About the Club
Built in 1938 under the architectural genius of Belford Shoumate, BIBA is one of the few remaining early 20th century hotels Located in the center of the historic El Cid neighborhood, Hotel Biba is a storied icon of West Palm’s diverse culture. Listed on the Historic Register, BIBA is being reinvented as a curated oasis for discerning local and international guests who share a love for West Palm Beach
Set to open in early 2025, BIBA will be an exclusive private social club and 26-room hotel focused on crafted culinary experiences, cultural celebration and the forging of relationships With a Food and Beverage Concept developed by the Paris Society and the unique architecture and interior design by Parisian architect, Reda Amalou, BIBA is a destination to be desired
Further information and photos will be available to qualified applicants.
About the Position
BIBA is seeking an energetic, innovative and professional leader to assume the role of Director of Food & Beverage This individual will be responsible for leading the entire Front of House Food & Beverage operation through the Club opening and beyond It is important this individual is capable of mentoring and developing the managers, supervisors, and line level staff they oversee, with routine training, education and growth opportunities
The qualified candidate should have a strong background in luxury hospitality and an ability to curate creative and personalized services and experiences. An individual with prior experience opening a new or renovated hotel, resort or Club is a plus.
Key Responsibilities, Traits & Abilities
▪ A positive and enthusiastic personality with passion for the hospitality industry.
▪ Highly adaptable and dynamic in a fast-paced environment.
▪ Ability to hire, train, motivate and develop a high performing team in a top tier private club consistently.
▪ A natural leadership style which promotes an engaged, motivated staff.
▪ A mind for innovation and action with an ability to act as a thought partner with leadership.
▪ The individual should have experience developing engaging member programming and events.
▪ The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
▪ An individual that has the ability to think strategically, to continually move the Club towards attaining a further level of excellence.
▪ Disciplined follow-through to ensure the vision and goals of the Club come to fruition.
▪ Ability to cultivate a high-level of member satisfaction through consistency in services and amenities.
▪ A strong understanding of top-notch experiences for Club members and guests.
▪ Effective fiscal management through development and delivery of actual operational and capital results in alignment with approved budgets.
▪ The desire to maintain a high level of visibility among members and staff.
▪ A sense of urgency and ability to balance multiple areas of responsibilities simultaneously.
▪ Adept in conflict management and problem solving; receiving and addressing Member feedback in a timely manner
▪ Strong knowledge in Beer, Wine, and Spirits, staying up to date with current beverage trends to implement a robust beverage program.
Qualifications
✓ A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in a luxury club, resort, or similar hospitality setting
✓ Experience in opening of a new property a plus
✓ A Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or business management or equivalent work experience.
IMPORTANT
Interested candidates should submit résumés along with a detailed cover letter which addresses the qualifications and describes your alignment/experience with the prescribed position by Friday, September 20th , 2024 More information on the club is available to interested candidates by reaching out to Careers@thedeloziergroup com
These documents must be saved and emailed in Word or PDF format (save as “Last Name, First Name, BIBA Director F+B Cover Letter” and “Last Name, First Name, BIBA Director F+B Résumé”) respectively to:
Careers@thedeloziergroup.com
All requested information, along with references, should be emailed to the address above.
Search Executives
Patrick DeLozier
Managing Partner (843) 707-5210
lpatrickdelozier@thedeloziergroup.com
Rebecca Gentry
Search Executive & Consultant (501) 307-8587
rgentry@thedeloziergroup.com
David Arraya Managing Director (786) 760-1564 darraya@thedeloziergroup.com
www.thedeloziergroup.com