F&B Manager

Sandblu Resort is currently in search of:
F&B Manager

Sandblu: Shaping a new era of ultra-luxury hospitality in Santorini

Perched on the foothills of Ancient Thira, Sandblu redefines world-class luxury on the island of Santorini. Since first opening its doors in 2024, the resort has earned recognition among hundreds of guests 5-star reviews but also prestigious Media including
Vogue, Travel & Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, The Times, Robb Report and more.
In 2025, we proudly launched
Blu Restaurant
in Imerovigli, extending the
Caldera Experience
, and received
"Greece's Best Hotel Restaurant 2025"
award for Nectar at the World Culinary Awards.

With 66 exquisitely designed accommodation options, multiple exceptional dining venues, Aurora Spa, Nous & Soma Fitness Center, a kids' club, several retail boutiques, a chapel and multi-purpose areas for bespoke events, Sandblu offers a complete, full-service 5-star resort experience, in a Cycladic village setting. From wellness retreats to one-of-a-kind in-house experiences for guests, every moment spent here is thoughtfully curated and made to be remembered.

As a fast-growing, award-winning company with headquarters in Athens, Sandblu partners with leading consortia, participates in international trade shows and fairs, and innovates towards a vision for building microcosm of extraordinary experiences across Santorini, with respect to the heritage and the local community. With a growth mindset and a commitment to excellence and constant improvement, Sandblu offers it all. It's a flagship destination where every detail is intentional, and every guest journey unforgettable.

Discover more
:
, and or find us on social media at @sandbluresort , @nectar_santorini and @blusantorini .

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide hotel/restaurant-wide leadership and oversight of all Food & Beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, in-room dining, events, and seasonal outlets.
• Coordinate and align all F&B departments and outlet leaders under a unified operational and commercial strategy.
• Actively participate in the Company's growth initiatives, including new concepts, outlet development, operational restructuring, and capacity expansion.
• Ensure consistent service standards, product quality, and guest experience across all F&B touchpoints.
• Develop, implement, and enforce F&B operating standards, policies, and SOPs.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate the F&B management team, ensuring clarity of roles, accountability, and performance alignment.
• Work in close collaboration with the Executive Chef to ensure menu execution, quality control, costing accuracy, and kitchen-service integration.
• Prepare, manage, and monitor F&B budgets, forecasts, and financial performance, with strict control over food cost, beverage cost, labor cost, and operational efficiency.
• Analyze performance data and KPIs, identifying risks, opportunities, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate procurement planning with the Procurement and Finance teams, ensuring approved suppliers, cost discipline, and quality consistency.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, licensing, and legal requirements across all F&B operations.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and development of F&B staff in collaboration with the HR department.
• Oversee guest feedback management related to F&B and ensure timely resolution and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Events teams on promotions, activations, group business, and special events.
• Provide regular reporting and strategic input to the General Manager on F&B performance, risks, and growth opportunities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree or diploma in Hospitality Management or a related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of senior Food & Beverage management experience in a luxury hotel or high-end hospitality environment.
• Proven experience managing multi-outlet F&B operations.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, labor planning, and operational KPIs.
• Very good command of English; additional languages are considered an asset.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to coordinate and unify large, multi-disciplinary F&B teams.
• Solid commercial and financial understanding of hotel-wide F&B operations.
• Ability to manage change and growth in a structured and controlled manner.
• High operational discipline and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a seasonal luxury hospitality environment.
• The role requires a willingness to share working time between our two primary locations: Santorini and Athens. The place of employment will be the premises of the Hotel in Santorini during the summer season and at RMKA's Athens offices (Glyfada) during the winter months.

What awaits you at Sandblu:

• Tailored Compensation | Salary package customized to fairly reflect your profile and expertise.
• Laptop & Mobile | Company-issued equipment to support your role.
• Staff Residences while in Santorini | Single accommodation, with comfort amenities, ensuring a seamless home-away-from-home experience in Santorini.
• All-day Meal Plan while in Santorini | Balanced and freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), served in welcoming staff dining setting.
• Exclusive Staff Privileges | Access to special staff discounts across our network of partners and Friends & Family rates for your loved ones.
• Pathway to Growth & Development | Ongoing professional development in line with global hospitality standards and a clear trajectory for career advancement within a fast-growing, award-winning resort.
• Recognition & Rewards | Access to bonus schemes and recognition initiatives that celebrate talent, achievement, and contribution to the Sandblu vision, along with CSR and engagement activities that foster connection and purpose.

Passion, precision, purpose – make this your own career story.

We are a team of passionate, creative professionals delivering heartfelt hospitality, where precision, warmth, and artistry define every interaction. We nurture growth, celebrate individuality, and empower our team to thrive in a culture built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Your Worklife at Sandblu

Warmth & Unforgettable Hospitality | Teamwork & Positive Energy | Kindness, Empathy, Integrity | Continuous Improvement | Learning Something New Every Day

At Sandblu, our teams are at the heart of every guest experience, embodying the spirit and values of our brand, as true ambassadors. Every element of the employee experience reflects the same attention to detail we offer to our guests. We are actively committed to their well-being, from modern accommodations and nutritious meals to a balanced, fulfilling and friendly work environment, where respect is protected. We open pathways for their growth and recognize their contributions, empowering them with every tool to make an impact at their job from day one, so they can bring their best selves to work every day.

RMKA PC and RSTQ PC are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.