Belmond Food and Beverage Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Food & Beverage Service
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
About Belmond
Belmond is a distinguished name in luxury travel, curating exceptional hotels, trains, river cruises and safaris in some of the world’s most storied destinations. As an employer, Belmond offers the rare opportunity to contribute to experiences defined by heritage, artistry and deeply personal service, while belonging to a global hospitality house within the LVMH family. The company values intuitive excellence, cultural curiosity and respect for place, encouraging colleagues to become ambassadors of timeless travel. With roles spanning operations, gastronomy, wellness, sales and corporate functions, Belmond fosters careers shaped by craftsmanship, international perspective and the pursuit of unforgettable guest moments.
The Food and Beverage Manager at Villa Sant’Andrea, a Belmond Hotel, leads dining operations across restaurants, bars, beach service and private events, combining operational and financial oversight with a focus on Sicilian gastronomy and guest experience. The role reports to the General Manager; annual salary is €50,000–€55,000.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee all food and beverage operations across the hotel’s restaurants, bars, beach club and private events, ensuring an exceptional guest experience rooted in luxury and local heritage.
- Manage daily operations across all food and beverage outlets, including fine dining, terrace bars and beach service, to ensure seamless execution and world-class service standards.
- Deliver highly personalized, anticipatory service that reflects Belmond’s luxury codes and authentic Sicilian warmth, maintaining exceptionally high guest satisfaction scores.
- Manage the profit and loss statement, departmental budgets, labor efficiency and food and beverage cost controls to maximize profitability while maintaining uncompromising quality.
- Recruit, mentor and train a high-performing multilingual team, fostering continuous improvement, engagement and pride.
- Partner closely with the Executive Chef to develop menu concepts, wine lists and signature experiences highlighting local ingredients and traditions.
- Ensure strict adherence to hygiene, safety and HACCP regulations, as well as Belmond’s corporate operational standards.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Food and Beverage Manager in luxury hotels, high-end resorts or Michelin-starred/fine-dining environments; Belmond or luxury hospitality experience is strongly preferred.
- Exceptional leadership and motivational skills, a hands-on management style and a sharp eye for detail.
- Strong command of food and beverage financial KPIs, cost control, inventory management and profit and loss accountability.
- Fluent in English and Italian; additional languages are a significant plus.
- A genuine ambassador of luxury hospitality with a deep appreciation for culture, gastronomy and the Belmond brand ethos.
Skills
Experience
Proven experience as a Food and Beverage Manager in luxury hotels, high-end resorts or Michelin-starred/fine-dining environments; Belmond or luxury hospitality experience is strongly preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Taormina, Sicily, Italy — conveniently close to Messina.
Benefits
Training and development opportunities; annual performance-based bonus; meals provided while on duty; uniforms and dry-cleaning during the hotel opening; team social events; complimentary accommodation at Belmond hotels and discounted rates for Belmond trains, cruises, safaris, food and beverages through the Discovering Belmond programme.
Culture
Belmond fosters a workplace culture rooted in exceptional hospitality, craftsmanship, and a deep respect for the heritage of its iconic hotels, trains, river cruises, and safari lodges. As an employer, it encourages employees to create memorable, highly personalized experiences while nurturing a collaborative, multicultural environment where service excellence and storytelling are central to everyday work.
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