Assistant Manager - In Room Dining

RAFFLES; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

RAFFLES in Jeddah is seeking an Assistant In-Room Dining Manager to oversee operations and ensure an exceptional dining experience for guests. Responsibilities include managing staff, liaising between servers and guests, and maintaining high service standards.

The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in the food and beverage industry, preferably within a 5-star environment, demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Strong organizational and attention to detail skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills are required.
• Previous experience in an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager/Supervisory role preferably in a 5 star/diamond environment.
• Clear & concise written and verbal communication skills in English are required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the in-room dining operations and guest experience.
• Act as liaison between servers, guests, and kitchen.
• Prepare shift schedules according to hotel occupancy and special functions.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Role Overview

The Assistant In-Room Dining Manager oversees the operations and the in-room dining experience for all guests and ensures guest satisfaction with service, order taking, delivery, as well as menu and beverage descriptions.

Responsibilities

• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
• Comply at all times with Fairmont standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Act as liaison between servers, guests, and kitchen.
• Oversee and assist daily operations, including morning, evening, and overnight cleaning duties within corporate SOP format and requisition of necessary supplies.
• Oversee guest selection and ensure proper placement and distribution.
• Responsible for shift staffing and table dressing area.
• Supervise tabletop presentation for meal service.
• Maintain floor presence during shift, greeting and interacting with guests.
• Prepare shift schedules according to hotel occupancy and special functions.
• Handle and resolve constructive guest feedback.
• Possess complete menu knowledge.
• May assist in other F amp B outlet when needed.
• Maintain inventory of equipment, linen, and other supplies.
• Monitor and control POS system with regard to guest checks and hotel reports.
• Assume additional responsibilities in the Restaurant Manager's absence.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills are required.
• Previous experience in an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager/Supervisory role preferably in a 5 star/diamond environment.
• Clear & concise written and verbal communication skills in English are required.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, namely Word and Excel.
• Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills and excellent attention to detail is required.
• Knowledge of food and beverage, preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, liquor laws and regulations.