Food and Beverage Manager

PROVEN; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and beverage group in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Manager to oversee operational excellence across multiple outlets. The role involves managing day-to-day operations, leading teams to optimize profitability, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and at least 5 years of experience in food and beverage management, with strong leadership and business acumen skills. This position promises an exciting opportunity in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in food and beverage management.
• Proven experience managing multi-outlet or high-volume F&B operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all food and beverage operations, including restaurants and catering services.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans to achieve revenue targets.
• Establish KPIs, operational schedules, and enforce compliance with safety standards.
• Lead, recruit, train, and appraise F&B teams for high performance.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service orientation

Budgeting and financial management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Operational planning

Education

Relevant qualification in Hospitality Management

Job description

ABOUT THE JOB

Position Title: Food & Beverage Manager

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Type: Full-time

ABOUT PROVEN

Proven supports equal opportunities for all candidates and is committed to empowering its people through continuous personal and professional development. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment built on mutual respect, innovation, and a healthy work-life balance. With a strong track record in recruitment, managed services, and workforce solutions, Proven is a trusted partner in shaping long-term success for both clients and employees.

ABOUT THE CLIENT

Our client is a leading food and beverage group operating high-performance restaurant concepts in Saudi Arabia. They are known for innovation, operational excellence, and delivering consistently high-quality dining experiences across their venues.

ABOUT THE ROLE / ROLE OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Manager to oversee and drive operational excellence, business growth, and guest satisfaction across multiple F&B outlets. This role is pivotal in managing end-to-end food and beverage operations, leading teams, optimizing profitability, and ensuring exceptional service standards in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all food and beverage operations, including restaurants and catering services
• Develop and implement strategic business plans to achieve revenue, profitability, and growth targets
• Establish KPIs, operational schedules, policies, and procedures
• Ensure high standards of food and beverage quality, presentation, and service consistency
• Lead, recruit, train, mentor, and appraise F&B teams to ensure high performance
• Plan marketing initiatives, promotions, and contribute to business development activities
• Create and maintain menus aligned with culinary trends and guest preferences
• Monitor product specifications and ensure consistency across all outlets
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control to minimize waste and maximize profitability
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and hygiene standards in compliance with regulations
• Handle guest feedback, complaints, and service recovery professionally
• Prepare and present management reports on sales performance and productivity

REQUIREMENTS

Education / Qualification

• Relevant qualification in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in food and beverage management
• Proven experience managing multi-outlet or high-volume F&B operations

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Excellent customer service orientation and guest engagement skills
• Strong business acumen with budgeting and financial management ability
• Effective communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organizational and operational planning skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Passion for the hospitality industry and delivering exceptional guest experiences