Food & Beverage Manager - Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok

Role summary

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The Food & Beverage Manager oversees restaurant, bar, banquet, and related dining operations at Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok. Requirements typically include a hospitality or business background, several years of supervisory or management experience, strong knowledge of food and beverage service, budgeting, inventory control, and guest-service standards. Candidates should communicate confidently in English, demonstrate sound leadership, and be comfortable working flexible shifts, weekends, and public holidays. The role expects close coordination with kitchen, front office, sales, and housekeeping teams, while maintaining Marriott brand standards, food safety, staff performance, profitability, and guest satisfaction.

About the employer

Courtyard by Marriott is Marriott International’s business-focused hotel brand, designed for modern travelers who value practical comfort, reliable service, and convenient facilities. Courtyard properties generally provide guestrooms, restaurants or bars, meeting spaces, fitness facilities, and flexible areas for both business and leisure guests. Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok is part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, with a broad portfolio of hotel brands across more than 140 countries and territories. Employees typically work within structured global service standards, professional training programs, and performance-focused operating procedures. The Bangkok hotel serves local and international visitors, corporate travelers, and events, creating a multicultural working environment with opportunities to develop skills in hotel operations, leadership, guest relations, and food and beverage management.

Working in Thailand

Thailand offers varied hospitality opportunities across Bangkok, Phuket, Koh Samui, Krabi, Pattaya, and other island destinations. Hotels, resorts, restaurants, diving businesses, wellness centers, and tour companies regularly recruit experienced international and local staff, especially in high season. Thai culture values politeness, respect, hospitality, and calm communication; learning basic Thai is helpful. Island life can be relaxed and outdoors-oriented, with beaches, seafood, water activities, and a lower-cost lifestyle than many major cities, although housing and imported goods may cost more. Foreign nationals generally need an employer-sponsored Non-Immigrant B visa and work permit before legally working. Employers often assist with documentation, but requirements should be confirmed with Thai authorities. Bangkok offers stronger career progression and transport links, while island roles may provide a more resort-focused lifestyle. Health insurance, accommodation, tax, and contract conditions should be reviewed before relocating.