Food & Beverage Director

**Join a Legendary Adventure in the Heart of the Tropezian Riviera**

AREV is more than just a hotel brand - it’s an invitation to rediscover the authentic soul of the French Riviera. Inspired by the timeless charm of Saint-Tropez, our property seamlessly blends the iconic glamour of the 1960s and 70s with contemporary elegance and modern comfort.

At AREV, our philosophy is rooted in people. We believe that every team member plays a vital role in creating an exceptional, memorable experience for our guests. Together, we foster a spirit of collaboration built on excellence, kindness, and a shared passion for hospitality.

**Food & Beverage Director - Luxury Hospitality**

The Food & Beverage Director is the architect of our entire culinary and beverage journey, overseeing a portfolio that includes our signature destination restaurant, elegant bars, refined in-room dining, and bespoke events.

As the guardian of excellence, this leader ensures that every detail reflects our brand’s uncompromising standards, blending flawless service with refined artistry. The role requires not only operational mastery but also the ability to curate teams of exceptional professionals, elevate guest experiences, and shape an F&B culture that resonates with the sophistication of the Côte d’Azur.

In addition, the Director will collaborate closely with our exclusive partner for **The Strand**, ensuring a seamless synergy and a consistently elevated guest experience worthy of international acclaim.

**Main Responsibilities**

**Operational Excellence**
- Lead daily operations across all outlets, ensuring seamless execution and harmony between culinary artistry and service.
- Guarantee adherence to AREV Collection and LQA luxury hospitality standards.
- Maintain strong floor presence, guiding teams during peak service times to ensure flawless delivery.

**Inspirational Leadership & Talent Development**
- Attract, recruit, and retain high-caliber talent with international experience in luxury hospitality.
- Build and inspire teams, instilling a culture of excellence, refinement, and pride.
- Design tailored training programs to elevate service skills, product knowledge, and guest engagement.
- Create and optimize schedules with foresight and attention to guest expectations

.**Strategic Partner Collaboration**
- Nurture a privileged relationship with our partner for **The Strand**, ensuring concept fidelity and elevated guest experiences.
- Safeguard the brand’s positioning, while contributing to its evolution and global reputation.

**Financial & Administrative Stewardship**
- Develop ambitious yet achievable budgets, overseeing revenues, costs, and payroll with precision.
- Manage supplier partnerships, ensuring premium product sourcing and exclusivity.
- Monitor performance through detailed reporting and craft strategies that maximize profitability without compromising excellence.

**Commercial Innovation & Brand Development**
- Curate and evolve the F&B offering, ensuring it remains avant-garde and aligned with the luxury market.
- Conceive and execute exclusive events, themed evenings, and partnerships that attract a discerning clientele.
- Collaborate with Sales & Marketing to position our outlets as premier destinations for private dining, events, and lifestyle experiences.

**Quality, Hygiene & Compliance**
- Enforce uncompromising standards of hygiene, safety, and workplace discipline in line with international best practices.
- Conduct internal audits and maintain immaculate conditions across all F&B areas, from back-of-house to guest-facing spaces.

**Profile & Competencies**
- Charismatic, inspiring leader with a natural ability to embody and transmit luxury service values.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a deep understanding of high-net-worth clientele expectations.
- Refined organizational and anticipatory abilities, balancing creativity with operational discipline.
- Hands-on, present, and passionate about creating memorable guest experiences down to the finest detail.
- Multicultural sensitivity and adaptability in dynamic seasonal environments.

**Experience & Qualifications**
- Significant experience as an F&B Director (or equivalent) within ultra-luxury hotels, resorts, or high-end seasonal destinations (e.g., Saint-Tropez, Courchevel, Saint Barthélemy, Capri).
- Proven track record of leading large, diverse, and international teams with success.
- Strong operational expertise combined with financial acumen.
- Local knowledge of Saint-Tropez and the Côte d’Azur is a distinct advantage.
- Mastery of modern F&B management tools, POS systems, scheduling, and reporting software.
- Fluent in French and English; additional languages are highly valued.
- ️ This list is not exhaustive and reflects the core of the role in our pursuit of excellence.

**Working Conditions**
- **Contract**: Permanent - Executive Status
- **Package**: Highly competitive remuneration + benefits package
- **Schedule**: Full availabili