Assistant Director of Food & Beverage

Application Deadline: 9 June 2026Department: Food & BeverageLocation: Egypt - CairoDescriptionTo contribute to and to support Kempinski’s vision of becoming the undisputed leader in the hospitality industry, making our food & beverage offer a key differentiating factor for the Kempinski brand. The Assistant Director of Food & Beverage must grow into the position of Food & Beverage Head of Department.The job of Assistant Director of Food & Beverage is executed satisfactorily when:All rules & regulations are strictly established and adhered within the hotel including hotel’s policy on fire and safety as well as hygiene regulations including HACCP.The sales are driven to full potential in specific outlets as appointed by Food & Beverage Head of Department.All costs are in line with sales without compromising quality, i.e. minimum 85% LQA score.The department or appointed outlets are driven in an entrepreneurial manner, looking for opportunities to generate more business at all times.Innovation and new ideas are fostered, implemented and shared with other hotels via corporate office.The employee is ready to assume the position of Food & Beverage Head of Department in Kempinski Nile Hotel.At Kempinski, Talent Development is a management responsibility and consequently an integral and important part of daily activities.The Assistant Director of Food & Beverage is responsible of the following Talent Development tasks for their department:Support and implement new Talent Development initiatives.Identify internal and external talents* that match Kempinski’s DNA values.Support in growing talent in order to present candidates in quarterly Talent Transfer Calls.Take the time to meet all new Food & Beverage employees.Support Food & Beverage Head of Department in conducting yearly performance appraisal review and give employees regular feedback on their job performance.Key ResponsibilitiesSet an example by reporting to duty punctually wearing business attire according to the hotels dress code & Kempinski grooming standards, maintaining a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene at all times.Provide a professional and courteous service at all times and ensure that all employees follow the example.Be knowledgeable of all services and products offered by the hotel.Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all food and beverage products and services.Oversee the operations of the outlets appointed by the Food & Beverage Head of Department.Assist in preparing/consolidating the yearly budget for the department.Assist in preparing the monthly income statement for each outlet and the department as a whole, attend the monthly performance meeting with the Outlet Management.Manage the consolidated inventory of Food & Beverage department’s OS&E together with the stewarding department.Attend and actively contribute to all relevant staff meetings and hotel trainings.Conduct daily operations briefings with the Executive Chef in the absence of the Food & Beverage Head of Department.Attend or conduct (in the absence of the Food & Beverage Head of Department) daily or weekly Food & Beverage meetings.Review and update all departmental operations manuals annually.Assist in sourcing the best available products, constantly aim to improve quality, communicate about the products both internally and externally.Establish good partnerships with suppliers and involve them in activities that will strengthen working relationships, e.g. invite them to the hotel.Monitor and constantly improve quality and guest satisfaction with the given tools (Leading Quality Assurance, Customer Satisfaction Survey).Assist handling of guest complaints.Oversee every service at least once a week (breakfast, lunch, dinner, lobby, banqueting, room service, bar).Prepare a yearly marketing plan for the appointed outlets in cooperation with the Sales & Marketing Department including a competitor analysis.Follow the local and global food & beverage trends.Ensure that all managers plan and implement effective training programmes in the appointed outlets.Be actively involved in the operations of the appointed outlets to ensure regular guest contact.Respond to any changes within the Food & Beverage department as dictated by the hotel management.Act as the secondary point of contact to the Corporate Food & Beverage Team.Support the implementation of corporate policies, procedures, guidelines, traditions and initiatives.Attend all corporate conference calls and the relevant regional and global Food & Beverage events in the absence of Food & Beverage Head of Department.Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseLANGUAGE: Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment:Local language – excellent oral and written skillsEnglish – excellent oral and written skillsAdditional language - beneficialCOMPETENCIES: Ability to work independently, thrive under pressure in challenging circumstances and come up with proactive, rational solutions.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors.Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively.Excellent organisational and time management skills.Applies a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times.Works in a safe, prudent and organised manner.TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: Computer literacy adapted to the field of Food & Beverage.Ability to operate computer and office equipment.Proficiency in Excel and Word.INDIVIDUAL CHARACTERISTICS: To fill this position the candidate must identify with the Kempinski core values, in addition they should be especially:Passionate for Food & BeveragePeople OrientedPassionate for European luxuryEntrepreneurialStraightforwardBusiness acumenSense of responsibilityLeaderTeam playerAnalytical thinkerFlexible and reliableTolerant and open mindedWorks well under pressureEXPERIENCE: To fill the position, the following is required:Minimum three 3 years in F&B management role, preferably including experience in a successful stand alone food & beverage operation.About KempinskiFounded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.