Food and Beverage Manager (BM_F&B)

Dream Hotels & Resorts · KwaZulu-Natal

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Job Overview: As a Food and Beverage Lead, your primary responsibility is to oversee and manage all aspects of the food and beverage operations within the Blue Marlin All-inclusive Seascape Resort. Key focus areas are:

  • Menu Planning and Development: Collaborate with chefs and culinary team to create menus that appeal to customers, align with the establishment's concept, meet budgetary requirements, and comply with food safety regulations.
  • Purchasing and Inventory Management: Source and purchase food, beverages, and supplies, negotiate with vendors, manage inventory levels, and ensure cost-effective purchasing practices while maintaining quality standards.
  • Team Management: Recruit, train, schedule, lead, and motivate food and beverage service team members, including waiters, bartenders, kitchen teams, and other personnel, to provide excellent customer service.
  • Customer Service: Ensure high standards of customer service are maintained by interacting with guests, addressing feedback and complaints, and resolving any issues that may arise during service.
  • Quality Control and Compliance: Monitor food preparation, presentation, and service to ensure quality and consistency, as well as compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
  • Financial Management: Develop and manage budgets, analyse financial reports, track expenses, and implement cost-control measures to maximize profitability and achieve financial targets.
  • Event Planning and Catering: Coordinate and oversee food and beverage services for events, conferences, weddings, and other special occasions, ensuring that client expectations are met and that events run smoothly.
  • Marketing and Promotions: Collaborate with the Resort Custodian, marketing and Sales team to develop strategies to promote food and beverage offerings, drive sales, attract customers, and enhance the overall dining experience.
  • Vendor and Supplier Relations: Build and maintain relationships with food and beverage suppliers, negotiate contracts, monitor performance, and seek opportunities for partnerships that benefit the establishment.
  • Trends and Innovation: Stay informed about industry trends, new technologies, and innovations in food and beverage service to continuously improve offerings, stay competitive, and meet customer preferences.

Theoretical Knowlledge and Qualifications

  • Diploma or degree in Hospitality Management or related field
  • Proven food and beverage leadership experience of more than 3 years in a 4-star establishment
  • Proficiency in MS office - Word, Excel & Outlook, Restaurant management software, POS, Preferably HTI with Pluspoint, Plus Central and Apex

Deadline:11th September,2026

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