Culinary Director

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We are looking for **Culinary Director - Melia Ba Vi Mountain Retreat**

**Mission**:
The Culinary Director's mission is to lead a dynamic team, upholding the highest standards of service, quality, and innovation in our food and beverage offerings. Additionally, they are tasked with monitoring customer feedback, promptly addressing issues, and implementing effective cost management strategies.

**Main responsibilities**:
1. Oversee and manage all aspects of the Food and Beverage + Kitchen department
2. Develop and implement innovative strategies to enhance the guest dining experience
3. Ensure high-quality service standards and compliance with health and safety regulations
4. To create enticing menus and promotions, event/activity for guest.
5. To monitor inventory levels, control costs, and optimize profitability
6. To manage the recruitment, training and development of the staff according to the human resources procedures and the quality guide.

**Main requirements**:

- A minimum of 3 years of experience in internation hotel brand as a Food and Beverage Manager or Executive Chef
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- In-depth knowledge of food and beverage trends and industry best practices.
- Degree in Hospitality Management or related field (preferred)
- Familiarity with local area attractions and knowledge of local cultures is a plus.
- Familiarity with cold weather in the North/mountain area of Vietnam.

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