Food and Beverage Manager - Luxury Hotel

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Staff meals

Discounts on hotel services

Relocation assistance may be discussed

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Food and Beverage Manager for a luxury hotel in Centurion. You will oversee all F&B operations, including restaurants, bars, banqueting and room service, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and profitability.

You should bring 5+ years of progressive F&B leadership in upscale settings, strong financial management skills, and a passion for delivering memorable dining moments while maintaining the highest service standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in F&B management, preferably in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.
• Proven track record of managing multiple F&B outlets.
• Budget management, P&L analysis, and cost control experience.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• In-depth knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails, and culinary trends.
• Experience with event management and banqueting operations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Proficiency in F&B management software and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct all F&B operations across outlets and events, ensuring profitability and service excellence.
• Develop and implement innovative menus and beverage programs in collaboration with culinary teams.
• Oversee daily operations of all F&B outlets, including restaurants, bars, and room service.
• Manage banqueting and events, ensuring flawless execution and client satisfaction.
• Control beverage costs, inventory management, and supplier relations.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Train, supervise, and motivate F&B staff to deliver exceptional service standards.
• Develop and implement strategic sales and marketing plans for F&B outlets.
• Monitor guest feedback and implement improvements to enhance satisfaction.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance of the F&B department.
• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers and ensure competitive pricing.
• Conduct regular team meetings and performance appraisals.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Customer service

Communication

Wine knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

F&B management software

POS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished luxury hotel situated in Centurion , is looking for an experienced and polished Food and Beverage Manager. This role is crucial for overseeing the entire spectrum of food and beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, banqueting, and room service. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring exceptional guest experiences, driving revenue growth, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and service delivery. We seek a motivated individual with a strong background in high-volume, upscale food and beverage environments. The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership skills, a keen understanding of financial management within the F&B sector, and a passion for creating memorable dining moments for our guests in Centurion .

Key Responsibilities

Manage and direct all F&B operations, ensuring profitability and service excellence. Develop and implement innovative menus and beverage programs in collaboration with culinary teams. Oversee the daily operations of all food and beverage outlets, including restaurants, bars, and room service. Manage banqueting and events, ensuring flawless execution and client satisfaction. Control beverage costs, inventory management, and supplier relations. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations. Train, supervise, and motivate F&B staff to deliver exceptional service standards. Develop and implement strategic sales and marketing plans for F&B outlets. Monitor guest feedback and implement improvements to enhance satisfaction. Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance of the F&B department. Maintain professional relationships with suppliers and ensure competitive pricing. Conduct regular team meetings and performance appraisals.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Food and Beverage management, preferably in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant. Proven track record of success in managing multiple F&B outlets. Strong financial acumen, including budget management, P&L analysis, and cost control. Excellent leadership, communication, and customer service skills. In-depth knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails, and culinary trends. Experience with event management and banqueting operations. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Proficiency in F&B management software and POS systems. A degree in Hospitality Management or a related field is advantageous. Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa .

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary package, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits plan including medical aid and retirement contributions. The F&B Manager will have opportunities for professional development and career advancement within our esteemed hotel group. Enjoy access to staff meals and discounts on hotel services. Join a dynamic team in a beautiful Centurion location and contribute to a world-class guest experience. Relocation assistance may be considered for exceptional candidates.