Food & Beverage Manager - Luxury Hotel Ios island

About this role

SWOT Hospitality is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Food & Beverage Manager to oversee the food and beverage operations of a luxury hotel on the beautiful island of Ios, Greece.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in luxury hospitality, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional dining and beverage experiences. This role requires a hands-on professional who can maintain high service standards, lead and develop a team, and drive operational efficiency and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of all food and beverage outlets, including restaurants, bars, and in-room dining, where applicable.
• Ensure exceptional service standards and a consistent luxury guest experience across all outlets.
• Lead, train, motivate, and supervise the F&B team, fostering a professional and service-oriented culture.
• Coordinate closely with the Executive Chef and other departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Monitor food and beverage quality, presentation, service standards, and guest satisfaction.
• Manage budgets, operating costs, payroll, inventory, purchasing, and stock control.
• Monitor revenue, cost of goods sold, and key performance indicators to achieve financial targets.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize revenue and improve profitability.
• Manage staff scheduling and ensure appropriate staffing levels based on business needs and occupancy.
• Handle guest feedback and resolve complaints promptly and professionally.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, health and safety regulations, and company policies.
• Support the development of menus, beverage offerings, promotions, and special dining experiences in collaboration with the relevant teams.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and ensure quality and consistency across all F&B operations.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Food & Beverage Manager or similar senior F&B management position, preferably within luxury hotels or upscale resorts.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant and bar operations, service standards, and F&B cost control.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Good understanding of budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, and revenue optimization.
• Strong guest-oriented mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, seasonal hospitality environment.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Greek and additional languages will be considered an asset.
• Flexibility and willingness to relocate to Ios for the duration of the employment period, if required.

Benefits

• The opportunity to join a luxury hospitality property in one of the most beautiful destinations in the Greek islands.
• A professional and dynamic working environment.
• Competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications.
• Accommodation
• The opportunity to contribute to the development and success of the hotel's F&B operations.