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This role oversees our Nobu Restaurant & Bar, In-Room Dining, Lounge, Events, and Nobu Catering, orchestrating each detail to perfection.
Youll drive operational excellence, inspire a talented team, and craft strategies that not only deliver impeccable service but also elevate our reputation as a world-class destination. This is your chance to combine innovation and passion with Nobus signature style, setting the tone for luxury and sophistication in every moment.
- Ensure the highest standards of quality, taste, and presentation in food and beverage offerings, reflecting Nobus iconic brand and guest expectations.
- Lead seamless execution of weddings, corporate events, and private functions, delivering extraordinary guest experiences.
- Develop and maintain efficient processes across kitchen, bar, and service operations while ensuring strict health, safety, and hygiene compliance.
- Drive financial performance through meticulous budgeting, cost control, and innovative strategies that position the property as a premier culinary destination.
- Inspire and cultivate a talented, motivated team through thoughtful recruitment, training, and leadership, fostering a culture of excellence and engagement.
- Collaborate with chefs and bartenders to craft menus aligned with Nobu ethos - creative innovative, and reflective of seasonal and local ingredients, ensuring alignment with market trends and guest preference
- Engage with guests to deliver exceptional, personalised experiences, actively seeking and acting on feedback to continuously refine offerings.
- Collaborate with marketing to develop standout promotions, events, and digital campaigns that elevate Nobu's visibility and reputation.
- Uphold Nobus sustainability values by integrating eco-conscious practices, including waste reduction and energy-efficient processes.
- Monitor performance metrics and use data-driven insights to inform decisions, optimise efficiency, and drive continuous improvement in all aspects of F&B operations.
- Ensure all F&B touchpoints embody Nobu's brand essence, providing a harmonious balance of luxury, innovation, and authenticit
EXPERIENCE
Were searching for a seasoned and inspiring leader with the following experience and qualities to join our Nobu family:
- Proven success in a senior Food & Beverage leadership role within a luxury hotel, ideally as a Director of F&B.
- A deep appreciation and understanding of Japanese cuisine and culture, with experience managing high-profile restaurant operations as a plus.
- Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and lead diverse, high-performing teams.
- Strong financial acumen, including expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and driving profitability through strategic decision-making.
- Exceptional organisational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal - that foster collaboration and connection.
- A true passion for food and beverage, with an unwavering commitment to delivering unforgettable guest experiences.
BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
- Competitive salary
- Private Healthcare
- Bonus Scheme and Service Charge
- £1000 Refer a Friend Scheme
- 2 Hotel-wide social events a year including Employee Awards night
- Discounted overnight stays across Nobu properties Worldwide
- Discounted Pilates classes and Wellness treatments
- Opportunities to progress within our hotel and the wider portfolio
- Mental Health First Aiders within the team
- Access to Hospitality Action
- Up to 33 holiday days through length of service (25 days for those on 4 on 4 off)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Season Ticket Loan
- Discounts off all food and beverage
- Free meals whilst on duty (also beverages including tea/coffee/cold drinks)
- Flu Vaccinations
- Wellness initiatives
Nobu Hotels effortlessly blends modern luxury and minimal Japanese tradition into the concept of a lifestyle hotel. Filled with cutting-edge design and stunning spaces, Nobu Hotels provides remarkable hospitable service and an unparalleled experience like nothing before. Helming from world renowned
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, the Nobu Hotels concept is a remarkable conjunction of exquisite cuisine, innovation and creativity.
Nobu Hotel London Portman Square features 249 guest rooms and suites, together with a Nobu restaurant, ballroom and meeting spaces beautifully conceptualised by London-based architecture and interior design firm, David Collins Studio, in conjunction with Make Architects.
We are looking for great people that embody our core values of Kokoro, Smile, Family & Crafted.
You will share our passion, deliver quality results and have the courage to be different and creative within your specialism.
