Food & Beverage Manager - Sol Tropikal Durrës

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Nestled along the Adriatic coast, Sol Tropikal by Meliá is a vibrant beachfront resort that blends Mediterranean charm with modern comfort. As part of the globally recognized Meliá Hotels International group, Sol Tropikal offers guests a unique experience rooted in local culture, warm hospitality, and exceptional service. With a focus on sustainability, wellness, and culinary excellence, we are committed to creating unforgettable stays for our guests—and a fulfilling workplace for our team. 

🎯 Job Mission

As Food & Beverage Manager, your mission is to lead and optimize the hotel’s F&B operations, ensuring exceptional service, innovative culinary experiences, and efficient resource management 🍷🍴. You will oversee all aspects of the department — from lounges and bars to MICE services — while implementing brand standards and driving profitability. Your leadership will shape the guest experience and contribute directly to the hotel’s success.

💼 What You Will Do

1. 🍽️ Strategic Implementation & Operations

   • Execute F&B strategy and adapt brand standards to local needs.
   • Supervise daily operations of bars, restaurants, and lounges.
   • Coordinate beverage and service offerings with external partners.

2. 📊 Financial Oversight & Budgeting

   • Prepare and monitor departmental budgets and P&L.
   • Analyze deviations and implement corrective actions.
   • Ensure profitability and track KPIs with the Business Partner.

3. 👥 Team Leadership & HR Collaboration

   • Recruit, train, and develop high-potential staff.
   • Conduct performance reviews and manage staffing ratios.
   • Promote wellness, training, and internal development tools.

4. 🛍️ Supplier & Investment Management

   • Coordinate with F&B Partner on supplier needs and product approvals.
   • Prepare investment budgets and monitor operational PAI.
   • Ensure compliance with procurement and food safety standards.

5. 📢 Marketing & Customer Experience

   • Roll out marketing campaigns and adapt them locally.
   • Personalize guest experiences and manage incidents.
   • Promote local gastronomy and healthy eating initiatives.

6. 🧯 Health, Safety & Sustainability

   • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
   • Lead HACCP audits and implement food safety action plans.
   • Promote waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable sourcing.

🔍 What We Are Looking For

🎓 Education & Training

• University degree in Tourism or Gastronomy.
• Culinary training and trend awareness are a plus.

🗣️ Languages

• Fluency in the local language and advanced English.
• A third language is an asset.

💡 Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in food handling, hygiene, and safety.
• Financial and operational management tools.
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and innovation.
• Strong leadership, planning, and communication skills.
• Experience in implementing brand strategies and pilots.

📆 Experience

• Minimum 3 years in a similar role in 4★ or 5★ hotels.

At Meliá we are all VIP

At Meliá Hotels International, we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. We also prioritize disseminating throughout the entire staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality, and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any kind of dicrimination, especially related to reasons of disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are essential for our success as a global company.

Additionally, we support the sustainable growth of our industry through a socially responsible team. In this sense, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present". Thanks to al our collaborators, we make it possible.

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