Food And Beverage Manager

Sodexo; Dolvi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo in Dolvi, Maharashtra, seeks an experienced F&B Manager to oversee food & beverage operations, ensuring high-quality service, hygiene and safety standards. You will lead a large service team and coordinate with kitchen staff to deliver meals for daily operations and events.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years of relevant experience, strong leadership and client-handling skills, and a deep knowledge of Indian cuisine and cost control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Hotel Management or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in Food & Beverage operations.
• Experience in industrial, corporate, or large-scale catering preferred.
• Strong knowledge of F&B operations, food safety, hygiene and cost control.
• Ability to lead a large team and manage day-to-day operational challenges.
• Excellent communication and client-handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end F&B operations at the site.
• Plan and supervise daily food service operations including meals and events.
• Lead and manage the F&B service team (Stewards, Supervisors, Chefs).
• Ensure food quality, taste, presentation and service standards.
• Monitor food cost, wastage, inventory and consumption.
• Coordinate with kitchen for timely service.
• Maintain menu planning and portion control.
• Ensure HACCP, hygiene, sanitation, and safety compliance.
• Handle client interactions, feedback and service concerns.
• Oversee manpower deployment, attendance and discipline.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Client management

Food safety knowledge

Cost control and inventory

F&B operations knowledge

Menu planning

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Hotel Management

Job description

F&B Manager Food & Beverage Operations

Job Location: Dolvi, near Panvel, Maharashtra

Experience: 5–10 Years

Industry: Hospitality / Food & Beverage / Facility Management

We are looking for an experienced and customer-focused F&B Manager to manage overall Food & Beverage operations, ensuring high-quality food service, guest satisfaction, hygiene, safety, and smooth day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Food & Beverage operations at the site.
• Plan and supervise daily food service operations, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and special events.
• Lead and manage the F&B service team, including Stewards, Supervisors, Chefs and other service staff.
• Ensure excellent food quality, taste, presentation and service standards.
• Monitor food cost, wastage, inventory and consumption.
• Coordinate with the kitchen team for smooth and timely food service.
• Ensure proper menu planning, meal planning and portion control.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and sanitation.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, FSSAI and HSE standards.
• Handle client interactions, feedback and service-related concerns.
• Monitor manpower deployment, attendance, grooming and discipline.
• Conduct regular team briefings and training programs.
• Maintain daily operational reports, MIS and consumption records.
• Coordinate with procurement/stores teams for food and beverage requirements.
• Drive customer satisfaction and continuous improvement in F&B services.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Hotel Management, Hospitality Management or Food & Beverage Management preferred.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in Food & Beverage operations.
• Experience in industrial catering, corporate catering, institutional catering, hotels or large-scale food service operations will be preferred.
• Strong knowledge of F&B Operations, Food Safety, Hygiene, Cost Control and Inventory Management.
• Good leadership, communication and client-handling skills.
• Ability to manage a large team and handle day-to-day operational challenges.
• Strong knowledge of Indian cuisine, vegetarian and non-vegetarian food.
• Candidates with experience in industrial / factory / corporate catering will have an added advantage.