Director of Restaurant & Bar - Hotel Indigo Bangkok Thonglor (Pre-Opening)
Hotel Brand: Hotel Indigo
Location: Thailand, Bangkok
Hotel: Bangkok Thonglor (BKKGO), 991 Sukhumvit Road, Klongton Nua,, Wattana, 10110
Job number: 159291
Opening in late 2026, Hotel Indigo Bangkok Thonglor will be a 250-room lifestyle hotel located in one of Thailand’s most sought-after districts. Positioned along vibrant Sukhumvit Road with direct access to Thonglor BTS station, the hotel will sit in the heart of Thonglor – a dynamic neighbourhood renowned for its energy, creativity, and sophisticated mix of dining, nightlife and retail.
Just 25 kilometres from Suvarnabhumi International Airport, the hotel will feature an all-day-dining Neighbourhood café, renowned across the Hotel Indigo brand, a destination rooftop bar, a swimming pool and fitness centre. As part of IHG’s expanding Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio in Thailand, this exciting new opening represents a unique opportunity to be part of a flagship project from day one.
To deliver a truly memorable dining experience, we are looking for a Director of Restaurant & Bar to join our Pre-Opening Team. This role is crucial in inspiring, the hotel’s vision of a world-class gastronomical experience with a local twist, and ensuring our outlets are ready to meet and exceed guest expectations from opening day and beyond.
A little taste of your day-to-day
Every day is different, but as part of the pre-opening team, you will play a key role in:
Creating and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the food & beverage department, including service standards, food handling protocols, sanitation procedures, and customer service guidelines.
Hiring and training of food & beverage team including supervisors, waitstaff and bar attendants.
Overseeing the setup of facilities including, kitchen, dining and bar areas, coordinating with contractors, designers, and other relevant parties to ensure functionality and aesthetics.
Identifying and establishing relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that deliveries are in line with quality standards and budgetary constraints.
Procuring all necessary equipment, utensils, glassware, and other supplies required for food and beverage service, ensuring equipment is properly installed and in working order before opening.
Collaborating with the culinary team to create menus that align with the hotel's concept, target market, and budget.
Work with the management team to establish pricing strategies for food and beverage items that are competitive yet profitable.
Collaborate closely with other departments, such as kitchen, events, and front office, to ensure seamless operations, communicating F&B needs and requirements effectively to other teams.
Manage day-to-day staffing needs, plan and assign work and establish performance and development goals for team members. Provide mentoring, coaching and regular feedback.
Help prepare annual departmental operating budget and financial plans.
Foster positive stakeholder relationships if applicable and assist in providing ongoing information and status reports.
Ensuring that all food and beverage operations comply with relevant health, safety, and sanitation regulations, obtaining necessary permits and licenses and conducting regular inspections to maintain compliance.
What we need from you
8–10+ years in food & beverage operations, with at least 3–5 years in a senior management or director-level role
Proven success in similar roles within lifestyle, luxury or five-star hotels, resorts, or high-end / experiential hospitality venues.
Bachelor’s degree / higher education qualification in Hotel Management, culinary arts, or related field preferred.
Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card, as required by local law.
A demonstrated capability of collaborating with multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities.
Ability to work autonomously and manage workload and key deliverables within a project opening timeline.
Capacity to build and lead a high-performing and engaged team and commitment to developing and coaching colleagues.
Strategic thinking, the ability to explore new ways of working and have an open mind around how we can drive the Hotel forward.
Full working rights in Thailand – note this is a local package only.
What you can expect from us
Not only will you benefit from a truly unique and career-defining opportunity as part of this exciting hotel opening, working with a talented and experienced General Manager and New Hotel Openings team, but you’ll receive a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work and a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Looking for an exciting career in hospitality? Join hospitality’s most exciting boutique lifestyle hotel brand, you’ll be part of IHG’s® family with 6,500+ hotels around the world.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
