Food & Beverage Director

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Executive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Accommodation options

Resort service discounts

Professional growth opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is helping a highly-rated beachfront resort in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, recruit an experienced Food & Beverage Director to lead diverse culinary operations, drive profitability, and elevate guest satisfaction.

The role requires strategic leadership, P&L accountability, and deep knowledge across fine dining, casual F&B, banqueting, and room service in a luxury hospitality setting.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years in Food & Beverage management with 3–4 years in director or senior manager role.
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts desirable.
• Proven track record managing multiple F&B outlets and large-scale banqueting operations.
• Strong financial acumen including P&L management, budgeting, and cost control.
• Exceptional leadership, team-building, and motivational skills.

Aufgaben

• Oversee the strategic planning, development, and execution of all food and beverage operations, including menu engineering, service standards, and financial targets.
• Manage all outlet managers, chefs, and F&B staff, providing leadership, training, and performance development.
• Develop and implement innovative culinary concepts and beverage programs that align with the resort's brand and market trends.
• Control food and beverage costs through effective inventory management, purchasing, and waste reduction strategies.
• Ensure consistent high quality of food and beverage products and service across all outlets.
• Manage budgets for all F&B departments, including P&L responsibility, and achieve revenue and profitability goals.
• Maintain hygiene, health, and safety standards in all F&B areas, adhering to regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu creation, costing, and sourcing of premium ingredients.
• Enhance guest dining experience through exceptional service, ambiance, and presentation.
• Participate in marketing and sales initiatives to promote F&B outlets and events.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Strategic planning

P&L management

Cost control

Team building

Negotiation

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

F&B management software

MS Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a highly-rated beachfront resort in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal , is seeking an experienced and visionary Food & Beverage Director to lead its diverse culinary operations. This senior leadership role involves managing multiple restaurants, bars, banqueting facilities, and room service, ensuring exceptional quality, guest satisfaction, and profitability. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of fine dining, casual F&B operations, cost control, and team leadership within the Hospitality & Tourism industry. This is a critical position for the resort's success, driving innovation and excellence in all F&B offerings in the beautiful coastal setting of Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal .

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the strategic planning, development, and execution of all food and beverage operations, including menu engineering, service standards, and financial targets.
• Manage all outlet managers, chefs, and F&B staff, providing leadership, training, and performance development.
• Develop and implement innovative culinary concepts and beverage programs that align with the resort's brand and market trends.
• Control food and beverage costs through effective inventory management, purchasing, and waste reduction strategies.
• Ensure consistent high quality of food and beverage products and service across all outlets.
• Manage budgets for all F&B departments, including P&L responsibility, and achieve revenue and profitability goals for the Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal property.
• Maintain impeccable hygiene, health, and safety standards in all F&B areas, adhering to strict regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu creation, costing, and sourcing of premium ingredients.
• Enhance the guest dining experience through exceptional service, ambiance, and creative presentation.
• Participate in marketing and sales initiatives to promote F&B outlets and special events.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Food & Beverage management, with at least 3-4 years in a Director or Senior Managerial role within a luxury hotel or resort.
• A Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple F&B outlets and large-scale banqueting operations.
• Strong financial acumen, including P&L management, budgeting, and cost control expertise.
• Exceptional leadership, team-building, and motivational skills.
• Extensive knowledge of culinary trends, wine, and spirits.
• Proficiency in F&B management software and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be adaptable, creative, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal .

Benefits

• Our client offers an attractive executive salary, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive medical aid, and a generous retirement fund.
• Additional benefits include subsidized accommodation options, discounts on resort services, and ample opportunities for professional growth within a renowned international hospitality group.
• This hybrid role offers a strategic focus on both on-site leadership and remote strategic planning, providing a balanced approach to managing the F&B operations of this premier Hospitality & Tourism destination in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal .