Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

Ballito. Exciting opportunity for an experienced Hospitality professional. A well-regarded dining establishment within a prestigious hotel chain is seeking a skilled Food and Beverage Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional with strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and at least 7-10 years of relevant experience to deliver exceptional service in a premier establishment.

Responsibilities:

1. Plan and implement budgets
2. Ensure correct handling procedures to minimize china and glassware breakage and food waste
3. Implement and monitor consistency of food and beverage policies and procedures
4. Manage physical inventory
5. Assist in planning and implementing procedures for special club events and banquet functions
6. Ensure that all health, hygiene, and safety standards are consistently met
7. Maintain appearance, upkeep, and cleanliness of all food and beverage equipment and facilities
8. Hire, train, and supervise subordinates within the beverage department
9. Oversee recruitment of staff in the housekeeping department
10. Audit monthly payroll for beverage and housekeeping department
11. Greet guests and oversee actual service on a regular basis to ensure consistency of service
12. Address member and guest complaints
13. Develop ongoing professional development and training programs for service and bar production/service personnel

Requirements:

1. Minimum 7-10 years experience in a similar role within the Hospitality industry - Restaurant Manager / Food and Beverage Manager essential
2. Three-year hospitality or club management qualification beneficial but not essential