Remote Food & Beverage Operations Specialist

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development budget

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Food & Beverage Operations Specialist to drive operational excellence across a nationwide catering portfolio. The role is fully remote, requiring strategic thinking and a solid understanding of food service operations, supply chain, and quality control.

You will analyze performance data, implement best practices, develop training, and collaborate with sales, marketing, and culinary teams to optimize service delivery and profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in food and beverage operations management, preferably catering or multi-unit operations.
• Proven ability to manage and optimize operations remotely.
• Strong understanding of supply chain logistics, inventory management, and cost control.
• Expertise in food safety regulations and quality assurance principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement in F&B services.
• Develop and implement standardized operating procedures and best practices across all catering locations.
• Oversee supply chain management, vendor relations, and inventory control to optimize costs and ensure quality.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of remote and on-site teams.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety regulations and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, and culinary to align operational strategies with business objectives.

Skills

F&B operations

Remote operations

Supply chain

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Remote Food & Beverage Operations Specialist to drive operational excellence across their diverse catering portfolio. This is a fully remote position that requires a strategic thinker with a comprehensive understanding of food service operations, supply chain management, and quality control. You will be responsible for analyzing operational data, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and profitability. This role offers the flexibility of remote work combined with the critical function of optimizing nationwide F&B services, making a significant impact on service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze operational performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement in F&B services.
• Develop and implement standardized operational procedures and best practices across all catering locations.
• Oversee aspects of supply chain management , vendor relations, and inventory control to optimize costs and ensure quality.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of remote and on-site operational teams.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety regulations and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, and culinary to align operational strategies with business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in food and beverage operations management, preferably with a focus on catering or multi-unit operations.
• Proven ability to manage and optimize operations remotely.
• Strong understanding of supply chain logistics , inventory management, and cost control.
• Expertise in food safety regulations and quality assurance principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to lead significant operational improvements.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and professional development budget.