Food & Beverage Manager

Placements24; Queenstown; Presencial; NZD 100.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Staff discounts on hotel services andF

F&B offerings.

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development and training

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is recruiting a skilled Food & Beverage Manager for a prestigious Queenstown hotel. You will oversee restaurant, bar, banqueting, and room service, driving profitability and service excellence.

You will lead a dynamic team, manage costs, ensure HACCP compliance, and develop innovative dining experiences to delight guests and maintain brand standards.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years in progressive Food & Beverage management in hospitality.
• Experience managing restaurants, bars and banqueting operations.
• Strong financial acumen: budgeting, cost control, and P&L management.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Proficiency in F&B management software and MS Office.
• Hospitality/F&B management qualification is desirable.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsabilidades

• Direct all food and beverage operations to high standards.
• Develop strategies to maximize revenue and guest satisfaction across outlets.
• Control costs via inventory management, supplier negotiation, and waste reduction.
• Recruit, train, schedule and manage F&B staff.
• Oversee menus with the Executive Chef and ensure profitability and appeal.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations (HACCP).
• Manage budgets, forecasting and reporting on financial performance.
• Organize banquets, conferences and events with flawless service.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Budgeting

Cost control

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Staff training

F&B management software

Educación

Hospitality/F&B management qualification

Herramientas

F&B management software

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

About the Role Our client, a highly-regarded hotel situated in Queenstown is seeking a skilled and experienced Food & Beverage Manager to oversee all aspects of its diverse food and beverage operations. This includes the main restaurant, bar, banqueting, and room service. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving profitability, maintaining exceptional service standards, and developing innovative culinary offerings. You will lead a dynamic team, manage inventory, control costs, and ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of the hospitality industry, excellent leadership abilities, and a passion for creating outstanding dining experiences for guests. This is a significant opportunity to make a mark on the F&B landscape of a prominent establishment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and direct all food and beverage operations, ensuring high standards of quality, service, and presentation.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize revenue and guest satisfaction across all F&B outlets.
• Control food and beverage costs through effective inventory management, supplier negotiation, and waste reduction.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and manage F&B staff, fostering a positive and performance-driven team environment.
• Develop and update menus in collaboration with the Executive Chef, ensuring profitability and customer appeal.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and sanitation regulations (HACCP).
• Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of all F&B areas and equipment.
• Manage the budget for the food and beverage department, forecasting, and reporting on financial performance.
• Organize and execute banquets, conferences, and special events, ensuring flawless service delivery.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Food & Beverage management roles within the hospitality sector.
• Proven experience in managing restaurants, bars, and banqueting operations.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, cost control, and P&L management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to train and motivate a diverse team.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards (HACCP).
• Proficiency in relevant F&B management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• A relevant qualification in Hospitality Management or Food & Beverage Management is highly desirable.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays, as dictated by business needs.

Benefits

• An annual salary package of R .
• Full-time employment in Queenstown.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a respected hotel group.
• Staff discounts on hotel services and F&B offerings.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Professional development and training programs.l
• A dynamic and rewarding work environment.