Food and Beverage Manager

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Staff meals and discounts

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Food and Beverage Manager for a prestigious Welkom establishment. Lead all F&B operations across restaurants, bars, and room service, driving revenue growth and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires strong hospitality leadership, menu engineering knowledge, cost control, and proven ability to manage budgets while maintaining high service standards. On-site position with opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Food and Beverage Manager role or equivalent leadership position in hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of F&B operations, including menu engineering, cost control, and inventory management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and drive revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily F&B operations, including staff supervision, scheduling, and performance management.
• Develop and implement menus, pricing strategies, and promotional activities to maximize revenue and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations within the F&B department.
• Control inventory, manage supplier relationships, and optimize purchasing to minimize costs.
• Train and mentor F&B staff, fostering a culture of excellent service and continuous improvement.
• Monitor customer satisfaction, address feedback, and implement service improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Budget management

Revenue growth

Staff training

Customer service

Tools

POS systems

F&B management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious establishment in Welkom , is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Food and Beverage Manager . This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the food and beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, and room service. You will drive revenue growth, ensure exceptional quality standards, and maintain a superior guest experience. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in hospitality management, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for delivering outstanding culinary experiences, contributing to the venue's reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily F&B operations, including staff supervision, scheduling, and performance management.
• Develop and implement menus, pricing strategies, and promotional activities to maximize revenue and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations within the F&B department.
• Control inventory, manage supplier relationships, and optimize purchasing to minimize costs.
• Train and mentor F&B staff, fostering a culture of excellent service and continuous improvement.
• Monitor customer satisfaction, address feedback, and implement service improvements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Food and Beverage Manager role or equivalent leadership position in hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of F&B operations, including menu engineering, cost control, and inventory management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and drive revenue growth.
• Experience with various POS systems and F&B management software.
• A passion for delivering high-quality dining experiences in Welkom.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Paid time off and annual leave.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Staff meals and discounts on hotel services.