Director of Culinary & F&B Operations

Company Description

A luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, Anantara connects guests to genuine places, people and stories through personal experiences and providing heartfelt hospitality in the world’s most exciting destinations. From pristine islands and tropical beaches to cosmopolitan cities, tranquil deserts and lush jungles, Anantara welcomes guests for journeys rich in discovery.

Job Description

Position Summary:
The Director of Culinary & F&B Operations at Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort leads all kitchen and food & beverage operations, ensuring exceptional quality, creativity, and consistency across all dining venues. This leadership role is critical in upholding the resort’s reputation for world-class culinary experiences and seamless service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all culinary and F&B operations, including kitchen, restaurants, in-room dining, and banqueting
• Ensure food quality, presentation, and service meet luxury brand standards
• Drive innovation in menus, local sourcing, and sustainability practices
• Collaborate with F&B management to coordinate front- and back-of-house operations
• Lead, mentor, and develop kitchen and service teams to foster high performance and engagement
• Manage food cost controls, budgeting, and inventory to meet financial objectives
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and health regulations
• Support marketing initiatives and special events with culinary concepts and execution

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of culinary leadership experience, preferably in a luxury resort environment
• Strong expertise in international cuisine and F&B operations
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams and maintain high performance standards
• Sound understanding of cost control, budgeting, and kitchen management systems
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional certification
• Hands-on approach to teaching, guiding and supporting the team
• Strong communication skills in English; Thai or other language skills are a plus

Additional Information

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking
• Coaching & Development
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Innovation in Learning
• Organization & Prioritization
• Cultural Sensitivity