Job Description

Director of Food & Beverage – Kimpton Mayfair Adelaide

Join the iconic Kimpton Mayfair Hotel Adelaide as we step into something new.

Nestled in the heart of Adelaide’s vibrant CBD, the beloved Mayfair Hotel is entering an exciting new chapter—transforming into Kimpton Mayfair Adelaide in 2027.

At Kimpton, we do things differently. We’re the original boutique lifestyle brand—known for delivering luxury with a wink: sophisticated, yes—but never stuffy.

We create spaces that feel, experiences that connect, and moments that are personal, playful and a little unexpected.

This is your opportunity to be part of a transformation where timeless elegance meets bold personality—bringing together the Mayfair’s distinctive character with Kimpton’s signature energy, creativity and human connection.

We are on the lookout for a Director of Food & Beverage to lead the vision and performance of the hotel’s food and beverage offering, delivering a soulful essence—born from its history, creators, locale, community and people—to create a deeper connection with culture.

At Kimpton, food and drink are at the heart of the guest experience; our restaurants and bars are vibrant community hubs as much as they are signature hotel outlets.

In this pivotal role, you will lead the overall Food & Beverage strategy and operation, inspiring high-performing teams and creating experiences that bring Kimpton’s personality to life. Working closely with the Executive Chef, Restaurant Manager, Bars Manager and wider hotel leadership team, you will shape distinctive food and beverage experiences, drive commercial performance and position Kimpton Mayfair Adelaide as a vibrant destination for both guests and the local community.

In addition, you will be accountable for:

• Food & Beverage Leadership & Strategy – Lead the vision and performance of the hotel's Food & Beverage operation across restaurants, bars, events and culinary experiences, ensuring each venue has a distinctive identity while delivering a consistent Kimpton experience.
• People Leadership & Development – Inspire, coach and develop the Food & Beverage team, fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture focused on service excellence, collaboration, creativity and genuine human connection. Build capability, engagement and succession across the department.
• Commercial & Financial Performance – Develop and manage F&B budgets, forecasts and business plans, driving revenue, profitability and sustainable commercial growth. Optimise food, beverage and labour costs while identifying opportunities to increase revenue through activations, events, promotions and new business opportunities.
• Guest Experience & Engagement – Lead the delivery of warm, intuitive and memorable dining experiences that build guest loyalty and strengthen the hotel's reputation for F&B excellence. Champion guest feedback, service recovery and continuous improvement across all venues.
• Culinary & Beverage Experience – Work closely with the Executive Chef, Restaurant Manager and Bars Manager to bring seasonal food and beverage experiences to life, reflecting South Australian provenance, local culture and the distinctive personality of Kimpton Mayfair Adelaide.
• Sales, Marketing & Community – Partner with Sales, Revenue and Marketing to maximise F&B performance and position the hotel's venues as compelling destinations for guests and locals. Build relationships with local producers, suppliers, winemakers, distillers and the Adelaide hospitality community to strengthen the hotel's local connection.
• Operational Excellence & Responsible Business – Ensure consistently high standards of service, quality, safety, compliance and responsible business practices across all F&B operations. Champion sustainable practices, effective resource management and continuous operational improvement.

What we need from you

• Proven experience leading Food & Beverage operations in a luxury hotel, lifestyle brand, destination restaurant or comparable hospitality environment.
• Strong commercial acumen, with a proven track record of delivering revenue, profitability and operational performance across multiple F&B outlets.
• Inspiring leadership skills, with a passion for developing, engaging and retaining high-performing hospitality teams.
• Demonstrated experience leading restaurants, bars, events and/or multi-outlet Food & Beverage operations.
• A strong understanding of contemporary food and beverage trends, with the ability to create experiences that connect with guests and the local community.
• Exceptional guest experience mindset, with the ability to translate brand vision into warm, intuitive and memorable hospitality.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Culinary, Sales, Revenue, Marketing and wider hotel leadership teams.
• Creativity, curiosity and a collaborative mindset, with the drive to position Kimpton Mayfair Adelaide as a vibrant and locally loved destination.
• Full Australian working rights without restriction.

What you can expect from us

This is more than a role—it’s a chance to help shape something special.

• Be part of a once-in-a-generation brand transformation
• Join a brand that is radically inclusive, authentic and passionate
• Work in an environment that celebrates personality—where you can be 100% you
• Access IHG’s global career pathways, development programs and benefits
• Enjoy a competitive salary, hotel discounts and some of the best training in the business

Our culture

At Kimpton, we believe hospitality is, at its core, human.

We don’t follow scripts—we follow instincts. We create experiences that are warm, intuitive and refreshingly unscripted, where guests (and colleagues) feel seen, welcomed and inspired.

We’re proud to be part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, where we celebrate difference, value individuality, and create inclusive environments where everyone can bring their whole self to work.

Sound like you?

Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d love to hear from you.

Come as you are—and help us create something truly special.