Resort Food & Beverage Director

Placements24; Durban; Sur place; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Medical coverage

Retirement benefits

Staff discounts

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Food & Beverage Director for a premier Durban beach resort. You will oversee all culinary operations across multiple outlets, banquet events, and room service, driving quality, guest satisfaction, and profitability.

Lead and mentor culinary and service teams, develop innovative menus and beverage programs, manage budgets and costs, and enforce health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive F&B leadership in resort/hotel environments.
• Strong financial management including budgeting and P&L analysis.
• Experience with event and banquet management.
• Knowledge of culinary techniques and beverage management.

Responsabilités

• Direct and manage all facets of F&B operations across restaurants, bars, banquets, and room service.
• Develop innovative menus and beverage programs aligned with brand.
• Oversee staffing, inventory, ordering, and cost control.
• Lead, train, and mentor culinary and service teams; ensure health and safety standards.
• Collaborate with executive chef and department heads to ensure seamless guest experiences.

Connaissances

Leadership

Budgeting

Menu development

Cost control

Staff coaching

Guest service

Formation

Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts degree

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a premier beach resort located in the vibrant coastal city of **Durban**, is seeking a highly accomplished and innovative Food & Beverage Director. This senior leadership position is responsible for overseeing all culinary operations, including multiple restaurants, bars, banquets, and room service. We are looking for a passionate leader with a proven history of elevating dining experiences, managing costs effectively, and inspiring culinary teams. The ideal candidate will bring a creative flair and a commitment to exceptional quality and service, driving the resort’s reputation as a top dining destination in **Durban**. This is a full-time, **on-site** position.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all aspects of the resort's food and beverage operations, ensuring high standards of quality, service, and profitability.
• Develop innovative menus and beverage programs that appeal to diverse guest preferences and align with the resort's brand.
• Oversee daily operations, including staffing, inventory management, ordering, and cost control.
• Manage the Food & Beverage budget, ensuring financial targets are met and revenue is maximized.
• Lead, train, and mentor the culinary and service teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Implement and maintain rigorous health, safety, and sanitation standards across all F&B outlets.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and ensuring quality ingredients.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and other department heads to ensure seamless guest experiences.
• Manage event catering and banquet operations, ensuring flawless execution for special functions.
• Monitor industry trends and guest feedback to continuously enhance offerings and drive innovation in **Durban**'s competitive dining scene.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in Food & Beverage management within a resort or upscale hotel environment.
• Proven experience as a Food & Beverage Director or a similar senior leadership role.
• Strong financial management skills, including budget development, P&L analysis, and cost control.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and team-building abilities.
• A comprehensive understanding of culinary techniques, menu engineering, and beverage management.
• Experience with event and banquet management is essential.
• A degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of local **Durban** market trends and supplier networks is a plus.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Passion for delivering outstanding guest service and creating memorable dining experiences.

Benefits

• Our client offers an attractive salary package, along with performance-based incentives.
• Employees receive comprehensive medical coverage, retirement benefits, generous paid time off, and staff discounts on resort services.
• This position offers a significant opportunity to lead and innovate within a beautiful **Durban** resort setting and advance your career in the hospitality industry.