Assistant Director, Food & Beverage

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Food & Beverage supports the overall leadership and daily operation of the hotel’s restaurants, bars, banquet services and room service. The role typically requires several years of supervisory or management experience in an upscale hotel or resort, strong knowledge of food and beverage operations, budgeting, service standards and health regulations, and excellent communication skills. The successful candidate is expected to lead and coach colleagues, maintain high guest-service standards, assist with staffing and scheduling, monitor costs and revenue, resolve guest concerns, and work closely with culinary, events and other hotel departments. Flexibility, professionalism, commercial awareness and the ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays are important. International hospitality experience and familiarity with luxury-brand standards would be advantageous.

Company Info

Fairmont Southampton is a well-known luxury resort in Bermuda and part of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, the premium hospitality brand within Accor. Fairmont properties are recognized for distinctive locations, refined accommodation, restaurants and bars, events, wellness facilities and highly personalized service. The Southampton resort has historically been one of Bermuda’s major full-service hotels, serving leisure travelers, groups, weddings and business events. As part of Accor, colleagues may benefit from international training, career mobility and employee travel programs, subject to eligibility. The Food & Beverage leadership team is central to the guest experience, overseeing dining outlets, banquets, service quality, financial performance and colleague development. The position offers the opportunity to work within an internationally recognized luxury brand while contributing to the resort’s operations and reputation in the Bermuda market.

Destination Guide

Bermuda offers opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, marine services, finance, retail, healthcare, education and professional services. The island has a polished, multicultural and community-oriented culture, with strong British influences, local traditions, sailing, cricket and a major emphasis on hospitality. Lifestyle highlights include beaches, swimming, snorkeling, boating and a mild subtropical climate, although housing and everyday expenses are high. Public transportation is available through buses and ferries; visitors and residents generally use scooters rather than rental cars. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored Bermuda work permit, and the employer must meet local immigration requirements before employment begins. Candidates should confirm permit eligibility, contract terms, accommodation assistance, healthcare coverage and relocation costs before accepting an offer. Housing can be limited and expensive, so arranging accommodation early is important. Work in resort operations may include weekends, public holidays and seasonal fluctuations.