Director Food and Beverage- Edition Cape Town (Pre-Opening)

Brand and Property Details

Set to open in 2026 The Cape Town EDITION V&A Waterfront will introduce a bold new expression of contemporary luxury and lifestyle hospitality to one of South Africas most iconic destinations. Located on Quay 7 at the V&A Waterfront this 142-key hotel including six exclusive serviced apartments will operate under an international management agreement.

Created in partnership between Marriott International and legendary hotelier Ian Schrager EDITION Hotels redefine boutique luxury through distinctive design highly personalized service and a carefully curated atmosphere that reflects the culture and spirit of each destination. The Cape Town EDITION is positioned to become a vibrant social and culinary destination where modern design impeccable service and elevated guest experiences converge.

Company Overview

At Marriott our mission is to provide exceptional hospitality experiences around the world. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of service and creating memorable moments for our guests. Join us and be part of a company that values innovation diversity and growth.

Role Summary

As the Food & Beverage Leader you will be the strategic business leader of the propertys food and beverage and culinary operations including Restaurants and Bars In-Room Dining and Banquets and Catering. You will be responsible for the development and execution of departmental strategies that align with the EDITION brands service philosophy and business objectives.

Reporting directly to the General Manager this role plays a critical part in the pre-opening and operational launch of the hotel. The Food & Beverage Leader is accountable for driving revenue growth maximizing financial performance fostering high levels of employee engagement and delivering an exceptional guest experience consistent with the EDITION brands sophistication and authenticity.

Key Responsibilities

• Set expectations and hold food and beverage leadership accountable for service behaviors
• Review financial reports to assess performance against budget
• Recommend CAPEX funding for equipment and renovations
• Establish and track operational and financial goals
• Develop and manage food and beverage budgets
• Ensure compliance with cash and liquor control policies
• Lead and inspire teams through strong communication and leadership
• Identify revenue opportunities and drive innovation
• Stay current with market trends and introduce new offerings
• Ensure delivery of exceptional guest service
• Coach mentor and develop leadership talent

Location and Work Setup

This is a full-time on-site role based at The Cape Town EDITION V&A Waterfront.

Additional Information

Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa. Preference will be given to South African citizens in line with our Employment Equity objectives.