Director of Food and Beverage

Role summary

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The Director of Food and Beverage leads all hotel dining operations, including restaurants, bars, banquets, room service, budgets, service standards, and team performance. Candidates typically need a degree in hospitality or business, extensive experience in luxury hotels, strong financial and commercial understanding, and proven leadership across multiple food and beverage outlets. Shangri-La expects an articulate, guest-focused professional who can improve revenue, quality, cost control, and colleague engagement. Experience in the Philippines or another international luxury-hospitality market, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work flexibly in a demanding resort environment are highly valued.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a Hong Kong-based luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its brands are known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, destination resorts, and premium dining and wellness experiences. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent properties including Shangri-La The Fort in Manila, Edsa Shangri-La, and Shangri-La Mactan in Cebu. The company places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, colleague development, responsible business practices, and creating memorable experiences. A senior food and beverage leader typically works closely with the general manager and executive committee to deliver commercial results while maintaining Shangri-La’s quality and service culture.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers hospitality opportunities in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Davao, and other resort destinations, with demand for experienced hotel, restaurant, culinary, wellness, and events professionals. Filipino culture is generally welcoming, family-oriented, and English-speaking, making workplace communication accessible for international candidates. Lifestyle varies from busy metropolitan living to relaxed beach or island communities; tropical weather, traffic, and seasonal storms should be considered. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and an appropriate visa, commonly arranged with assistance from the hiring company and Philippine authorities. Relocation planning should include accommodation, health insurance, taxes, banking, and transport. Salaries are paid in Philippine pesos, while benefits may include meals, accommodation assistance, service charge, medical coverage, flights, or relocation support depending on the property and contract.