Food & Beverage Manager - voco Cairo Arabella Plaza

At voco™ Arabella Plaza Hotel, we believe in creating memorable experiences—both for our guests and our team. As our Food & Beverage Manager, you'll have the unique opportunity to shape the foundation of exceptional dining and beverage experiences from the ground up, building a passionate team and setting new standards of excellence. 

We're looking for a visionary F&B leader who thrives in dynamic environments and understands the excitement and challenges of pre-opening. Your expertise will be crucial in translating our brand promise into an outstanding reality.

If you’re a seasoned hospitality professional with a knack for innovation, a commitment to excellence, and a talent for inspiring teams, we invite you to bring your expertise to our vibrant hotel. Here, every day is an opportunity to elevate service, drive results, and craft moments that guests will remember long after their stay. 

A little taste of your day-to-day

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Direct, coach, and inspire a dedicated team of hospitality professionals to deliver outstanding service.
• Set and exceed high standards to create memorable guest and corporate experiences through innovative service approaches.
• Manage multiple food and beverage outlets, including restaurants, bars, in-room dining, and banquet/convention facilities, while supervising managers and supervisors.
• Collaborate with the finance team to develop, monitor, and optimize budgets, with a focus on revenue growth and cost control (food, beverage, and labor).
• Identify new business opportunities, drive promotions, and ensure menu concepts align with guest expectations and profitability goals.
• Uphold health, safety, and hygiene standards while ensuring adherence to industry regulations.
• Proactively communicate with guests, address feedback, and implement strategies to enhance loyalty and satisfaction.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to keep our offerings fresh and competitive.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef, catering, and other hotel departments to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and alcohol regulations.
• Ensure proper maintenance of equipment and cleanliness of dining and kitchen areas.

What we need from you:

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, Culinary Arts, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of managerial experience in food and beverage operations.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven expertise in budget management, cost control, and revenue generation.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and service best practices.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What you can expect from us: 

 We give our people everything they need to succeed, from a competitive salary that rewards all their hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help them live their best work life, impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the business.   

 Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.   

 IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well, both inside and outside of work – and through my Wellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.   

 So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family. 

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.