Assistant F&B Manager

Kendrick Recruitment; Clanwilliam; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned luxury wilderness reserve in the Western Cape is seeking an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager. The ideal candidate will lead operations, support guest interactions, and manage costs while delivering exceptional service. A diploma in Hotel or Food & Beverage Management and at least 4 years of experience are required. The position offers self-catering accommodation and health benefits.

Benefits

Self-catering shared on-site accommodation

50% contribution to Discovery Medical Aid

Provident Fund contribution (7.5%)

Free laundry and Wi-Fi

24 days on / 8 days off work cycle

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a 4 / 5 star hotel, including at least 2 years managing a F&B outlet.
• Highly presentable with excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist outlet management with daily operations and guest interaction.
• Manage the operating equipment store, including purchasing and distribution.
• Monitor and manage operating costs in line with the budget.

Skills

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Operational experience with POS systems

Education

Diploma in Hotel or Food & Beverage Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Micros (POS system)

Stock management systems (FnBShop)

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager | Luxury Wilderness Reserve | Western Cape

Salary : Negotiable, Dependent on Experience

Kendrick Recruitment is now seeking a guest-focused, career-driven Assistant Food & Beverage Manager for a renowned luxury wilderness reserve based in the Western Cape. This is an exciting opportunity for a charismatic hospitality professional with strong leadership skills and a flair for delivering exceptional service.

Job Summary

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on, service-orientated leader with a sense of urgency and high attention to detail. The role involves supporting the day-to-day operations of the Food & Beverage department and assisting with guest interaction, team leadership, cost control, and training initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

Diploma in Hotel or Food & Beverage Management

Minimum 4 years’ experience in a 4 / 5

• hotel, including at least 2 years managing a F&B outlet

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Operational experience with Point of Sale systems (Micros preferred)

Operational experience with stock management systems (FnBShop advantageous)

Exposure to Opera advantageous

Highly presentable with excellent verbal and written English communication skills

Familiarity with hospitality terminology, particularly F&B vocabulary

Solid understanding of restaurant financials and stock control

Experience with service recovery

Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays

Advantageous Experience

Exposure to Micros Symphony

WSET Level 1 or Level 2 (Wine and Food Pairing)

Previous training experience

Key Responsibilities

• Assist outlet management with daily operations and guest interaction, especially during peak periods
• Manage the operating equipment store, including purchasing and distribution
• Plan and execute F&B special events and promotions to drive revenue and brand visibility
• Prepare staff rosters, balancing business needs with labour cost control
• Monitor and manage operating costs in line with the budget
• Coordinate and support departmental training

Package Includes

• Self-catering shared on-site accommodation
• 50% Discovery Medical Aid or medical consultations
• Provident Fund contribution (7.5%)
• Free laundry and Wi-Fi
• 24 days on / 8 days off work cycle

Candidates meeting the above criteria are encouraged to apply by submitting their CV. Management reserves the right to use additional relevant information during the shortlisting process.

Requirements

experience