F&B Operations Specialist – Cruise Industry

We are looking for an F&B Operations Specialist with deep knowledge and hands-on experience in the cruise F&B sector to join our team.

If you have a strong background in professional cooking, combined with solid expertise in F&B business management and cruise operations , this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Requirements & Qualificantions

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years in a similar position.
• At least 3 years of experience in F&B specifically within the cruise industry.
• Cruise operations experience is mandatory.

Education:

• Degree or formal training in Gastronomy.
• Specialized training in Restaurant Management and F&B Business Operations.

Skills:

• Deep understanding of kitchen management in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent customer service and advisory abilities.
• Business management knowledge, especially in chains and franchises.
• High level of English (C1 minimum – a proficiency test will be required).
• Availability to travel nationally and internationally.
• International work experience is a plus.
• Ability to synthesize information, manage client communication effectively, solve problems, think creatively, and maintain a strong business vision.

Main Responsabilities

You will be responsible for one of the company’s key accounts, managing a significant operational area and reporting to the Account Lead.

Your role will focus on the F&B operations of cruise vessels, overseeing and managing the assigned scope of the account and providing expert operational support.

• Organize and manage team operations.

• Provide consulting on all aspects related to Cruise F&B Department operations.

• Offer advisory support for culinary and BOH-related matters.

• Analyze restaurant P&Ls and financial performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.

• Conduct menu engineering and kitchen flow analysis.

• Develop SKU studies and manage internal kitchen operations.

• Oversee procurement and supply chain processes.

• Propose and implement improvements to operational processes.

In essence, this role will position you as the F&B Operations Lead for our client, providing strategic consulting, operational improvement, and ongoing advisory support.

We are seeking someone with a global perspective on the F&B industry, proven cruise operations experience (minimum 3 years), the ability to guide clients in improving their operations, and the skills to develop new recipes or adapt culinary techniques to increase efficiency.

Additional Skills

• Experience in multi-unit restaurant operations.

• Proficiency with restaurant management tools.

• Knowledge of design software (InDesign, Photoshop) is a plus.

What we offer

At Livit , our team is at the heart of everything we do.

We believe in offering opportunities for growth and development aligned with your interests, and we encourage knowledge-sharing so we can grow together as a team.

And of course:

• A stable position with continuous learning and innovation opportunities.

• The chance to create new F&B brands, advise clients, and develop creative proposals.

• Hybrid work model with flexible hours.

• Comprehensive health insurance.

• Competitive salary based on experience.

If you are passionate about the culinary world and have an innovative vision for the F&B business, we’d love to meet you.

It is important that you are available to travel at least 40% of your working time (around 2 days per week), and that you have a very high level of both English and Spanish .