Director of F&B

W Melbourne is  on the hunt for a dynamic Director of Beverage & Food to join our vibrant tribe!

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for food and beverage, luxury hospitality, and creating unforgettable guest experiences? W Melbourne is searching for a Director of Beverage & Food who thrives in fast-paced environments, inspires high-performing teams, pushes boundaries, and leads with bold innovation.

About the Hotel - W Melbourne

W Melbourne is the rebel between the streets, taking its design cues from Australia’s cultural capital and providing the back-lane entrance keys to what’s New/Next in the city. Extending the laneway culture inside, 294 bold rooms and suites peel back the layers and revel in the city’s history.

Home to four electric venues – Lollo, Curious, Warabi, and WET Bar – plus over 800 square metres of cutting-edge event space, W Melbourne is the place to see and be seen in.

Why Choose W Melbourne? 

• Enjoy your a competitive base salary with annual merit increases and performance-driven bonus plan.
• Get 35% off food and beverage at W Melbourne, and Marriott International's global room night & F&B discounts for you and your loved ones.
• Advance your career globally with Marriott International, with a wide array of opportunities featured on our dedicated recruitment platform and strong succession planning.
• Be part of W Melbourne's success, including a Hatted Restaurant, Best Deluxe Restaurant, Award Winning Event Spaces, Award-Winning Bar Design and 2024 Certified Great Place to Work.
• Engage with Marriott's TakeCare initiatives, actively participating in meaningful community service because we believe in action, not just words.
• Earn a paid day off on your birthday because we believe in celebrating our rockstars – YOU!
• Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program, addressing physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

What We Expect of You

• You have previous experience as a Director of F&B or similar preferably with an international hotel chain.
• You are a passionate and results-driven professional with a strong technical understanding of F&B operations, coupled with a deep product knowledge and a warm, people-focused approach.
• You're known for building high-performing teams through inspiring coaching, clear direction, and a strong focus on talent development.
• Highly organized and efficient, you thrive in fast-paced environments, using your analytical skills to assess business trends and drive business strategies.
• You navigate change with integrity, resolve conflicts effectively, and make innovative, results-driven decisions.
• Your can-do attitude sets the tone for excellence, and you’re always eager to take on new challenges and grow in your career.
• A strong career foundation in the Australian hotel market and luxury hotel operations is highly valued.

A Glance at What You Will Do

• As our Director of B&F, you will partner with the Assistant Director of B&F & Venue Managers to develop and implement B&F departmental strategies. The position oversees and ensures that the B&F operations meet the Brand's Standards and luxury, Leading Quality Assurance and ensuring guest and talent satisfaction, focusing on growing revenues and maximizing the department's financial performance.
• Lead and execute the B&F strategy in alignment with W Hotels’ luxury standards.
• Work with the B&F leadership team to determine areas of concern and develop strategies to improve the department's financial performance.
• Drive innovation by staying ahead of market trends and introducing new F&B experiences.
• Monitoring the B&F department's actual and projected sales to ensure revenue goals are met or exceeded, and opportunities are identified and addressed.
• Engage, mentor, and inspire your team to deliver exceptional service and elevate the guest experience.
• Provides services above and beyond for guest satisfaction and ensuring return patronage and of B&F venues and the Hotels.
• Focuses on maintaining profit margins without compromising guest or Talent satisfaction.
• Carry out any other duty/function that the Hotel Manager or General Manager may assign. Provide ongoing support to the Hotel Manager or General Manager.

Ready to Create Epic Moments? 

Join W Melbourne and be part of a team that dares to deliver a different kind of luxury. Apply now and ignite your career with us! Please submit your CV, along with a cover letter addressing your suitability and interest for the role. Please address your cover letter to Director of HR - David West.

W Hotels’ mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests’ passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what’s possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.

W Hotels’ mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests’ passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what’s possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.