Luxury F&B Director — Five-Star Hotel Dining Leader

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Vor Ort; ZAR 900.000 - 1.600.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Executive bonus

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

Accommodation allowance

International exposure

Employee discounts

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is sourcing a visionary Food & Beverage Director for a leading five-star hotel in Bloemfontein. The role oversees culinary and beverage operations across multiple outlets, driving profitability, guest satisfaction, and brand quality.

You will lead a diverse team, shape beverage programs, manage budgets, and ensure top standards of safety, service, and innovation in a demanding luxury environment.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive F&B management experience, with at least 5 years in a Director role within a luxury hotel or resort.
• Proven track record managing multiple F&B outlets, banqueting, and fine dining operations.
• Demonstrated financial acumen including P&L management, budgeting, and cost control expertise.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Extensive knowledge of culinary trends, wine, spirits and mixology.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Experience with hotel management software and F&B specific systems.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement strategic plans for all F&B outlets to enhance profitability and guest experience.
• Oversee menu engineering, concept development, and quality control for all food and beverage offerings.
• Manage the F&B department budget, including P&L responsibility, cost control, and inventory management.
• Lead, train, and motivate the F&B team, fostering a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation standards and regulations.
• Develop and execute innovative beverage programs, including wine lists, cocktail menus, and bar concepts.
• Manage relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring high quality ingredients and products.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and other department heads to ensure seamless operations and guest satisfaction.
• Implement effective marketing and promotional strategies for F&B outlets.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge.
• Represent the F&B department at executive meetings and contribute to overall hotel strategy in Bloemfontein.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

F&B trends

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

Hotel management software

F&B systems

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is sourcing a visionary Food & Beverage Director for a leading five-star hotel in Bloemfontein. The role oversees culinary and beverage operations across multiple outlets, driving profitability, guest satisfaction, and brand quality.

You will lead a diverse team, shape beverage programs, manage budgets, and ensure top standards of safety, service, and innovation in a demanding luxury environment.