Job Summary
The Operations Manager (F&B) is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations and driving the successful setup and launch of new F&B outlets. This role involves hands-on management, strategic planning, and coordination between departments to ensure operational excellence, efficiency, and consistent brand standards across all locations.
Key Responsibilities
1. New Outlet Setup & Launch
- Lead the full process of new outlet setups — from pre-opening planning to operational handover.
- Coordinate with designers, contractors, suppliers, and licensing authorities (SFA, NEA, SCDF, etc.).
- Develop and implement operational SOPs, checklists, and opening manuals.
- Recruit, train, and onboard pre-opening teams to ensure readiness before launch.
- Manage setup timelines, budgets, and resources to achieve smooth and timely openings.
2. Operations Management
- Oversee daily operations across all existing and new outlets to ensure service excellence and profitability.
- Implement and maintain SOPs for service, hygiene, and food safety in accordance with brand and regulatory standards.
- Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure operational efficiency and compliance.
- Monitor inventory management, purchasing, and supplier performance.
3. Financial & Business Performance
- Work with management to set and achieve financial targets, including revenue, food cost, and labor cost goals.
- Analyze outlet performance reports and identify areas for improvement.
- Control operational expenses while maintaining high service and quality standards.
4. Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and mentor outlet managers and supervisors to uphold brand standards and drive operational consistency.
- Plan manpower allocation and coordinate cross-outlet support when necessary.
- Foster a positive, motivated, and performance-driven culture across all outlets.
- Conduct regular training to enhance staff competency and service quality.
5. Strategic Planning & Brand Growth
- Contribute to the development of new concepts, menus, and customer experience enhancements.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational innovation.
- Support expansion strategies by assessing potential locations and feasibility for new outlets.
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Hospitality, Business Management, or related field.
- Minimum 5–8 years of experience in F&B operations, including proven experience in outlet setup and pre-opening.
- Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, compliance, and licensing processes.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
- Analytical, resourceful, and able to manage multiple outlets or projects concurrently.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a hands‑on and proactive work style.
- Willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays when required.
Work Environment & Benefits
- Career advancement opportunities within an expanding F&B group.
- Supportive management and collaborative work culture.
- Staff meals, discounts, and training programs provided.