Food & Beverage Captain

About the Company

IHG Hotels & Resorts represents the world's largest collection of luxury hotels, proudly embodying the InterContinental® brand. With decades of global expertise and cultural insights, we are passionate about luxury travel and dedicated to crafting warm, sophisticated experiences that offer guests a richer perspective on the world. Each location embraces its own unique style and ambiance, seizing every chance to provide personalized and fulfilling hospitality.

Our Doha Beach & Spa property is uniquely situated on the city's longest private beach amid beautifully landscaped gardens. It boasts 12 dining options, extensive recreational facilities, a large free-form pool, and the renowned Spa InterContinental.

Located conveniently near downtown Doha, key government and corporate offices, and notable landmarks such as the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre, City Center Mall, and Doha Golf Club, our venues redefine luxury through exclusive surroundings.

Role Overview

The Food & Beverage Captain plays a crucial role in ensuring the flawless operation of our dining venues, guaranteeing guests an outstanding and memorable culinary experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the food and beverage team to uphold superior service quality consistently.
• Lead by example to inspire and steer the team toward operational excellence.
• Address guest requests, concerns, and feedback promptly and professionally to ensure satisfaction.
• Oversee cleanliness, organization, and aesthetic presentation of restaurants, bars, and banquet areas.
• Work closely with the F&B Manager or Supervisor to control inventory, stock levels, and ordering processes.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards in accordance with company policies and local regulations.
• Coordinate guest reservations and seating to optimize table turnover and enhance guest experience.
• Facilitate clear communication between kitchen and service staff to ensure timely and efficient delivery of food and beverages.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrated experience in a similar F&B leadership role, ideally within a luxury hotel or resort environment.
• Thorough understanding of F&B service protocols, operational procedures, and health and safety guidelines.
• Fluent communication skills in English; proficiency in Arabic or other languages is a beneficial asset.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ability to multitask effectively, and maintain organization in a dynamic setting.
• A fervent passion for hospitality paired with dedication to delivering exceptional guest services.
• Consistently professional demeanor and appearance.
• Experience in upscale or fine dining establishments is considered an advantage.

Benefits and Work Culture

We provide a competitive salary package complemented by additional benefits reflecting your dedication and hard work. Being part of the global IHG team means sharing common values of trust, cooperation, integrity, and inclusiveness. We seek individuals who are attentive to the finer details that improve guest experiences and who consistently strive to enhance our service standards.

If you feel you have the passion and personality that align with our commitment to excellence—even if you don’t meet every listed criterion—we encourage you to apply and begin your rewarding journey with us today.