The Director of Food & Beverage is expected to lead all dining, bar, banquet and room-service operations at Shangri-La Hambantota. The role typically requires strong luxury-hotel experience, preferably in a senior food-and-beverage leadership position, along with sound knowledge of restaurant operations, budgeting, menu planning, service standards, licensing and health regulations. The successful candidate should be commercially minded, guest-focused and capable of managing diverse teams. Expectations include achieving revenue and profitability targets, maintaining Shangri-La service standards, developing colleagues, coordinating with culinary and hotel departments, controlling costs, and creating memorable dining experiences. Excellent communication, leadership, organization and problem-solving skills are essential, as is flexibility to work weekends, holidays and busy resort periods.
Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. Its properties are known for warm Asian hospitality, personalized service and high-quality accommodation, dining and wellness experiences. Shangri-La Hambantota Resort & Spa is located on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, within a large tropical setting close to beaches, wildlife areas and cultural attractions. The resort offers rooms, suites, villas, restaurants, bars, recreation facilities, event spaces and wellness services. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment with strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, operational standards, teamwork and professional development. The company attracts hospitality professionals seeking experience in luxury resorts and internationally recognized hotel operations.
Sri Lanka offers opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, travel services, wellness, events and hospitality management, particularly in Colombo, the south coast, Kandy and major beach destinations. The culture combines Sinhalese, Tamil, Muslim and colonial influences, with strong traditions of family, religion, festivals and welcoming guests. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to relaxed coastal or rural communities; living costs are generally lower than in many Western countries, although imported goods can be expensive. Foreign employees normally need employer-sponsored permission to work, and should confirm the appropriate employment visa or residence process with Shangri-La and Sri Lankan authorities before travelling. Relocation planning should cover accommodation, healthcare, transport, banking, taxes and schooling if applicable. Hambantota is quieter and more spacious than Colombo, with warm weather, beaches and access to Yala and other natural attractions.
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