Remote Food & Beverage Operations Manager

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Travel opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Food & Beverage Operations Manager to optimize F&B operations across a diverse property portfolio. This strategic, fully remote role requires leadership in culinary operations, menu development, cost control, and team management from a distance.

You will set high standards for quality, service and profitability, drive innovation, and coordinate multi-site teams with international travel for visits and strategic meetings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in F&B management within hospitality.
• Experience managing multi-unit or remote F&B operations.
• Strong financial acumen, including P&L management and budgeting.
• Expertise in menu development and culinary trends.
• Excellent leadership, communication and remote problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance quality and profitability.
• Oversee menu engineering, pricing strategies, and inventory management.
• Set and maintain high standards for quality, presentation, and service.
• Manage F&B budgets, monitor costs, identify savings opportunities.
• Lead and develop F&B teams across locations, fostering excellence.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and hygiene regulations.

Skills

F&B leadership

Remote management

P&L management

Budget control

Menu development

Strategic planning

Team development

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished and visionary Remote Food & Beverage Operations Manager to oversee and optimize the F&B operations across their diverse portfolio of properties. This is a strategic, fully remote role that requires a leader with extensive experience in culinary operations, menu development, cost control, and team leadership, all managed from a distance. You will be responsible for setting high standards for quality, service, and profitability, driving innovation, and ensuring exceptional dining experiences for guests worldwide. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned F&B professional to shape and lead operations in a flexible, remote-first capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance the overall quality and profitability of food and beverage operations.
• Oversee menu engineering, pricing strategies, and inventory management for all F&B outlets.
• Set and maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and service delivery.
• Manage F&B budgets, monitor costs, and identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Lead, mentor, and develop F&B teams across different locations, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Food & Beverage management within the hospitality industry.
• Proven success in managing multi-unit or diverse F&B operations remotely.
• Strong financial acumen, including P&L management and budget control.
Expertise in menu development, culinary trends, and operational efficiency.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills adaptable to a remote environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Full remote work arrangement with significant autonomy.
• Opportunities for international travel for property visits and strategic meetings.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• A challenging and rewarding role with a leading hospitality group.