Cafeteria Manager (Hospitality Background – Lonavala)

Della Group; Lonavala; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Della Resorts in Lonavala is seeking an experienced Cafeteria Manager to oversee 24x7 staff cafeteria and EDR operations, ensuring luxury service, hygiene, and seamless meal flow across breakfast to midnight meals. You will lead shift rosters, coordinate with kitchen teams, and maintain inventory while upholding FSSAI and HACCP standards.

Reporting to the Culinary Director, this role requires 5–8 years in F&B management within luxury hospitality, with a passion for guest experience and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Hotel Management / Hospitality Administration.
• 5–8 years of experience in F&B / Cafeteria management, preferably within 4/5-star luxury resorts, large-scale hotels, or high-volume corporate/resort catering.
• Experience managing 24x7 staff cafeteria operations.
• Knowledge of FSSAI guidelines and HACCP standards.

Responsibilities

• 24x7 Service Oversight: Manage continuous round-the-clock cafeteria operations.
• Shift Scheduling: Plan and execute 24x7 shift rosters for staff to ensure coverage.
• Quality & Flow Control: Oversee food presentation, freshness, portion control and service speed.
• Coordination with Kitchen (F&B Production): Work with Head/Sous Chefs on menu variety, nutrition balance and replenishment.

Skills

24x7 Operations Management

Shift Scheduling

Quality & Flow Control

Food Safety & Hygiene

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Hotel Management / Hospitality Administration

Job description

Cafeteria Manager (Hospitality Background – Lonavala)

Della Resorts is seeking an experienced, high-energy Cafeteria Manager to oversee and drive 24x7 Staff Cafeteria & EDR operations at our premier luxury resort in Lonavala. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of round-the-clock dining service across Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Midnight Meals /Early Morning meals (as required).

The ideal candidate will uphold luxury hospitality standards, maintain hygiene and safety protocols, streamline meal production and service flows, and ensure seamless 24/7 staffing and inventory control.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operations Management (24x7 Scope)

• 24x7 Service Oversight: Manage continuous round-the-clock cafeteria operations covering daily Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and overnight late-night meal services.


• Shift Scheduling: Plan and execute 24x7 shift rosters for supervisors, chefs, service associates, Housekeeping Associates and stewards to ensure full operational coverage without service downtime.


• Quality & Flow Control: Oversee food presentation, freshness, portion control, and service speed during high-volume peak meal hours.


• Coordination with Kitchen (F&B Production): Partner closely with Head Chefs and Sous Chefs to maintain menu variety, thoughts in menu planning, nutritional balance and timely replenishment.

Job Expectations:

2. Quality Assurance, Food Safety & Hygiene

• HACCP & Hygiene Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) guidelines, HACCP standards, and internal Della hygiene SOPs.

Job Description:

Della Resorts is seeking an experienced, high-energy Cafeteria Manager to oversee and drive 24x7 Staff Cafeteria & EDR operations at our premier luxury resort in Lonavala. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of round-the-clock dining service across Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Midnight Meals /Early Morning meals (as required).

The ideal candidate will uphold luxury hospitality standards, maintain hygiene and safety protocols, streamline meal production and service flows, and ensure seamless 24/7 staffing and inventory control.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operations Management (24x7 Scope)

• 24x7 Service Oversight: Manage continuous round-the-clock cafeteria operations covering daily Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and overnight late-night meal services.


• Shift Scheduling: Plan and execute 24x7 shift rosters for supervisors, chefs, service associates, Housekeeping Associates and stewards to ensure full operational coverage without service downtime.


• Quality & Flow Control: Oversee food presentation, freshness, portion control, and service speed during high-volume peak meal hours.


• Coordination with Kitchen (F&B Production): Partner closely with Head Chefs and Sous Chefs to maintain menu variety, thoughts in menu planning, nutritional balance and timely replenishment.

Job Expectations:

2. Quality Assurance, Food Safety & Hygiene

• HACCP & Hygiene Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) guidelines, HACCP standards, and internal Della hygiene SOPs.

Minimum Qualification:

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Hotel Management / Hospitality Administration.

Minimum Job Experience:

5–8 years of experience in F&B / Cafeteria management, preferably within 4/5-star luxury resorts, large-scale hotels, or high-volume corporate/resort catering.

Reporting to:

Culinary Director

Travel:

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