Director of Food and Beverage

Role summary

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The Director of Food and Beverage leads all restaurants, bars, banquet operations, room service, and related guest experiences at Four Seasons Bali at Jimbaran. Requirements typically include substantial experience managing food and beverage operations in a luxury hotel or resort, strong financial and commercial knowledge, excellent leadership skills, and a proven record in service quality, budgeting, cost control, and team development. The successful candidate is expected to set high service standards, improve revenue and profitability, maintain compliance with health and safety requirements, and build effective relationships with guests, owners, suppliers, and colleagues. Previous international or luxury hospitality experience, strong English communication, and familiarity with Indonesian operations would be advantageous.

About the employer

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a global luxury hospitality company known for highly personalized service, elegant properties, and strong employee development. Founded in 1961, the company operates hotels, resorts, and private residences in destinations across the world. Four Seasons Bali at Jimbaran Bay is a high-end beachfront resort on Bali’s southern peninsula, featuring private villas, restaurants, wellness facilities, event spaces, and extensive guest services. The resort emphasizes genuine Balinese hospitality while maintaining international luxury standards. Employees are generally expected to demonstrate professionalism, cultural sensitivity, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach. The company is recognized for investing in service training and creating memorable experiences for both leisure and business travelers.

Working in Indonesia

Bali offers strong opportunities in luxury hotels, resorts, restaurants, wellness, tourism, events, and travel services, particularly in Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Seminyak, Ubud, and Canggu. Balinese culture is deeply connected to Hindu traditions, temple ceremonies, community life, arts, and hospitality. The lifestyle combines tropical beaches, outdoor activities, wellness, nightlife, and a relatively affordable cost of living, although popular areas can be expensive and congested. Housing, schooling, transport, and healthcare should be researched before relocating. Foreign nationals must obtain an appropriate employer-sponsored work permit and KITAS; working on a tourist visa is not permitted. Employers may assist with immigration, accommodation, flights, insurance, and relocation, but benefits vary by contract. Learning basic Indonesian and respecting local customs will make settling in easier.