F&B Director

The Hotels RBH is proud to operate Edinburgh’s most iconic hotel, now officially part of the globally recognised Marriott International brand. The Edinburgh Grand, located in the heart of the city’s vibrant New Town, has been reimagined as part of The Luxury Collection, reflecting its timeless elegance and rich character. Food & Beverage Director We are seeking a visionary and commercially driven Food & Beverage Director to lead the luxury F&B portfolio of The Edinburgh Grand, including The Register Club and Lady Libertine. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of hospitality at one of Scotland’s most prestigious addresses, delivering exceptional guest experiences while driving outstanding financial results. As Food & Beverage Director, you will be fully accountable for the strategic leadership, operational excellence, and commercial success of all F&B outlets. You will play a pivotal role in defining the hotel's F&B vision, leading a high‑performing team, and ensuring our offering remains at the forefront of the luxury market. Why the Role Matters F&B is central to the identity and success of The Edinburgh Grand. This role is about more than managing day‑to‑day operations – it’s about creating world‑class experiences, nurturing standout talent, and setting the commercial strategy that fuels long‑term growth. What You’ll Be Doing Lead with Purpose & Vision: Set and deliver the long‑term F&B strategy in collaboration with senior leadership. Champion brand positioning through concept development, seasonal innovation, and elevated guest experiences. Inspire a culture of excellence, hospitality, and empowerment across all F&B departments. Drive Commercial Success: Own the full F&B P&L, from revenue generation and cost optimisation to long‑term capital planning. Work closely with procurement and suppliers to maximise margin and ensure quality, sustainability, and ethical sourcing. Leverage data, insight, and guest feedback to drive profitability. Lead pricing, promotional activities, and guest experience initiatives that deliver results. Ensure Operational Excellence: Maintain luxury standards across all outlets, ensuring consistency in service delivery, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction. Collaborate with Executive Head Chef and outlet managers to align food and service concepts with brand values. Oversee cash handling, compliance, and daily operations with a hands‑on, visible leadership style. Implement best practices in Health & Safety, licensing compliance, and operational sustainability. Empower and Develop a High‑Performing Team: Recruit, retain, and develop top F&B talent, ensuring succession planning and strong team culture. Deliver ongoing coaching, training, and performance management aligned with RBH and Marriott standards. Set clear goals and expectations, holding teams accountable for excellence in service, standards, and profitability. Collaborate Cross‑Functionally: Be a key business partner to the Hotel Manager, Executive Chef, and Cluster GM, contributing to overall hotel strategy. Work with wider business team to deliver successful campaigns, private hire, and M&E operations. Represent F&B in hotel meetings, Marriott brand initiatives, and external networking opportunities. What You’ll Bring Proven track record in a senior F&B leadership role within a luxury hotel, lifestyle brand, or high‑end hospitality group. Strong experience in managing complex multi‑outlet operations, ideally including restaurants, bars, and club‑style venues. Demonstrable success in delivering financial performance, revenue growth, and operational efficiency. Strategic mindset with experience in business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis. Inspirational leadership skills with the ability to build, motivate, and retain exceptional teams. Expert knowledge of guest engagement, modern dining trends, mixology, and experiential service delivery. Passion for sustainability, ethical sourcing, and innovation in hospitality. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, able to influence at all levels. Why You’ll Love This Role You’ll be stepping into a key leadership role at one of Edinburgh’s most iconic properties, now elevated under the Marriott Luxury Collection. You’ll have the autonomy to shape strategy, the support to deliver, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on brand, culture, and commercial performance. With RBH, you’ll also be part of a people‑first business that invests in its leaders and offers exceptional opportunities for growth. The Recruitment Process At RBH, recruitment is a collaborative process. You may be invited to a virtual conversation with our Talent Acquisition Partner, where we’ll explore your vision, goals, and alignment with our values. From there, shortlisted candidates will meet with the hotel’s leadership team to dive deeper into the role and your potential impact. Perks You’ll Love Discounted hotel stays for you and your loved ones. An extra day off to celebrate your birthday in style. 30% off food and drink at RBH hotels. Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £250 per referral. Wagestream – flexible access to your pay, when you need it. Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, and year‑round social and wellness events. Free meals on duty, saving you over £1,000 per year. Equal Opportunities RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people‑first culture. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. #J-18808-Ljbffr