At Baccarat Hotel Rome, light is not only reflected — it is experienced. Rooted in the heritage of the legendary French Maison and set within the eternal beauty of Rome, the hotel embodies a world of refinement, artistry, and modern sophistication. As part of Starwood Hotels, we unite entrepreneurial spirit with global expertise to create extraordinary hospitality experiences.
We are seeking an accomplished Director of Food & Beverage to lead and elevate the culinary and service experience at Baccarat Hotel Rome. This is a defining leadership role for a dynamic, strategic, and refined hospitality professional who understands that true luxury lives in the details.
The Role
The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational excellence, and financial performance of all F&B outlets, including signature dining, bar, in-room dining, and events.
Working closely with the General Manager, this role will shape a distinctive gastronomic identity that reflects Baccarat's French heritage, Roman soul, and global sophistication — while delivering exceptional profitability and guest satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
* Define and execute the overall F&B strategy in alignment with the hotel's luxury positioning
* Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing F&B leadership team
* Oversee all restaurant, bar, banqueting, and in-room dining operations with uncompromising attention to detail
* Drive revenue growth, cost control, and profitability across all outlets
* Curate innovative culinary and beverage concepts in partnership with the Executive Chef
* Ensure exceptional service standards that reflect the elegance and refinement of Baccarat
* Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for the department
* Build strong relationships with suppliers and strategic partners
* Maintain full compliance with health, safety, and quality standards
Profile
* Proven experience as Director of Food & Beverage or senior F&B leader within a luxury or ultra-luxury hotel environment
* Strong financial acumen with a demonstrated ability to drive performance and profitability
* A refined sense of service, style, and guest engagement
* Experience launching or repositioning high-profile dining concepts is highly desirable
* Inspirational leadership style with the ability to cultivate talent and elevate teams
* Strong understanding of international luxury clientele
* Fluent in English; Italian strongly preferred
The Baccarat & Starwood Standard
At Baccarat Hotel Rome, Food & Beverage is not simply an offering — it is an expression of art, culture, and emotion. Every moment is choreographed with intention. Every detail matters.
As part of Starwood Hotels, we empower leaders to shape distinctive properties while benefiting from global support and vision. This is a rare opportunity to define the culinary narrative of one of Rome's most anticipated luxury destinations.
If you are passionate about excellence, driven by creativity, and ready to lead with elegance and authority, we invite you to join us.
Baccarat Hotel Rome – Where heritage, light, and gastronomy converge.