The impressive 15-storey Hilton Vienna Park combines an outstanding city-center location with one of the most extensive hotel and event operations in Austria.
With 663 guest rooms, approximately 3,500 m² of event space, 21 multifunctional meeting rooms and two pillar-free ballrooms , we are one of Europe’s largest downtown meeting and event hotels and can host conferences, meetings, celebrations and large-scale events for up to 2,000 guests .
Our Food & Drink offering brings together contemporary hospitality, local products and Vienna’s unique culinary culture.
At SELLENY’S Bar , located at the heart of our renovated lobby, Viennese coffeehouse tradition meets contemporary cocktail culture in an international setting inspired by Joseph Selleny, designer of Vienna’s Stadtpark.
At LENZ Restaurant and LENZ Social Dining , we celebrate what Austria and our local partners have to offer – from wine and water to vegetables, meat, bread and butter, combining Austrian classics with modern and health-conscious creations.
As Food & Drink Manager / Director of Food & Drink , you will be responsible for bringing these different areas together into one successful, guest-focused and commercially strong operation. You will work closely with the Hotel Management Team and other departments to continuously develop the F&D strategy, team performance, service standards and profitability of the hotel.
At Hilton, we believe that great hospitality starts with great people. As part of our team, you can expect:
- Flat hierarchies and a first-name culture that supports an open and collaborative team spirit
- Professional onboarding, training and development opportunities
- A dedicated buddy to support you during your first weeks with us
- Varied responsibilities in an international working environment
- National and international career opportunities within Hilton
- Career development opportunities across our three Hilton hotels in Vienna
- Complimentary healthy meals in our Team Member Restaurant
- Team events and regular Career Talks
- Our Sleep In Experience , allowing you to experience the hotel from a guest’s perspective
- Attractive Hilton Team Member travel rates around the world
- A public transport annual pass provided by us
And there is much more to discover once you become part of the Hilton family.
To be successful in this role, you bring:
- Several years of proven leadership experience in a comparable Food & Drink management position within a hotel or similarly complex hospitality environment
- Previous responsibility for a sizeable Food & Drink operation, ideally including restaurants, bars, banqueting and/or meetings & events
- The ability to step confidently into a senior F&D leadership position from day one – this role is not intended as a first Food & Drink Manager / Director position
- Completed hospitality, hotel management, culinary or comparable professional education
- Fluent German and English language skills
- Strong leadership skills and a proven ability to lead, motivate, coach and develop large and diverse teams
- Strong operational knowledge of Food & Drink service and hospitality standards
- Sound knowledge of and genuine passion for Vienna’s restaurant, bar and hospitality culture
- Excellent financial and commercial understanding, including experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost control and performance analysis
- A strong understanding of guest satisfaction, quality management, hygiene and operational standards
- An open, confident and approachable personality
- Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills
- The ability to prioritize effectively and remain composed in a dynamic, high-volume environment
- Strong organizational and project-management skills, including the ability to plan initiatives and ensure timely follow-up
- A hands-on leadership approach combined with strategic and commercial thinking
The ability to inspire teams and create an environment in which daily operational and long-term business goals can be achieved
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Employment eligibility is an essential requirement for this position:
Applicants must be EU / Swiss nationals or qualifying family members of EU / Swiss nationals and already have unrestricted access to the Austrian / EU employment market . Candidates requiring sponsorship or a new Austrian work permit for this position cannot be considered.
How We’ll Help You Thrive
At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:
Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40 USD/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Through our Care for All hub, we provide resources to help our Team Members to care for themselves and their loved ones. In many countries, eligible Team Members receive free counseling and support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
