Food & Beverage Program Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 357,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL Bengaluru invites you to lead its cafeteria kitchen operations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will oversee the preparation, cooking and service of food to meet agreed standards and specifications, ensuring quality and guest satisfaction.

You’ll manage budgets, conduct safety audits, develop F&B manuals, and collaborate with staff, managers and employees to improve service, reduce waste and deliver a memorable dining experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to train staff and present technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation, cooking and service of food to meet standards.
• Monitor calorie display and plan events for VIP visits or conferences.
• Manage resources and budget, identify cost-saving opportunities.

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

What this job involves:

Bringing excellence to the table

Do you love food and take delight in seeing people’s smiles with your services? Well, you’re in the right place! In this role, you’ll be in charge of the preparation, cooking and service of food based on agreed standards and specification. Thus, your ability to provide high-quality catering services will be essential to succeed in this fast-paced yet exciting field.

A typical day would involve ensuring that the calorie count of each food served is on display; and on special days (such as VIP visits, conference, festivals, etc.), you’ll find yourself preparing and ironing out plans for events. From time to time, you will also reach out to staff and employees for their feedback through the cafeteria online survey to get a fuller picture of the strengths and improvement areas of your services.

Taking budget into account

One of your challenges will be to make smart, cost-effective decisions with regard to the use of all resources such as stocks, team members and company assets. As such, you must to keep a close watch on the budget and come up with saving opportunities to reduce cost. You will also prepare the F&B operational manual or handbook and take part in the weekly call with all café SPOC and FMs to discuss any operational challenges. As the unit’s go-to person, you should also stand ready to offer your advice and solutions on daily operational challenges.

Being a stickler for safety

This role will also keep you on your toes, as you will need to make sure that catering operations—from food and raw material specifications to equipment—are kept safe and secure, and comply with all health and safety regulations. On top of that, you will conduct work and food safety audits as a preventive approach. You’ll also have a hand in preparing the surprise cafeteria monthly audit calendar, which you will share with the line manager. You’ll also be expected to be an ace initiative when it comes to reducing food waste for all cafeterias.

Sound like you?

• An expert communicator Are you a self‑motivated individual who can convey your messages with flair, be it spoken or written? These qualities will be helpful during client meetings and formal presentations with senior management, and in drafting technical reports and training materials. With your eloquence, it will also be easier for you to train staff and get them on board any new initiatives.
• Strategically savvy This position is a perfect opportunity for you to bring in your operational expertise, as you generate well thought out policies and strategies. You should also be able to carry out audits and dig through evidence through observation, interview and sampling of documentation and records.
• A master multitasker Do you have a roll-up-your-sleeves attitude and strong focus on getting things done right? Your organisational skills will be imperative, as you’ll be expected to sit on top of whatever demands thrown your way. If you’re also a quick thinker and natural problem solver, then we want you!

What we can do for you:

At JLL, we make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realise your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We will empower your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive pay and benefits package.

Location: On‑site –Bengaluru, KA

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 48

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