Strategic F&B Director: Lead Culinary & Service

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Health and retirement benefits

Paid vacation

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Food & Beverage Director for a premier hotel in Benoni, Gauteng. Lead all F&B operations—restaurants, bars, banqueting, and room service—driving revenue growth, profitability, and guest satisfaction.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in F&B with 3+ years at director level, strong financial skills, menu development expertise, and a passion for culinary excellence and service.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in food and beverage management with 3+ years in a director role.
• Degree or diploma in Hospitality Management or related field is desirable.
• Strong financial acumen and leadership in high-volume F&B environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all F&B operations (restaurants, bars, banqueting, room service).
• Develop strategic plans to drive revenue and profitability for the F&B dept.
• Manage budgets, costs, and staff to optimize efficiency and guest satisfaction.
• Lead and mentor the F&B team, ensuring excellence and teamwork.
• Maintain inventory, procurement, supplier relationships, and compliance.
• Create innovative menus with executive chefs and monitor quality standards.
• Develop marketing and promotional strategies for F&B outlets.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost control

Menu development

Staff development

Inventory management

Supplier relationships

Communication

Education

Hospitality Management degree

Culinary Arts diploma

Job description

Placements24 seeks a visionary Food & Beverage Director for a premier hotel in Benoni, Gauteng. Lead all F&B operations—restaurants, bars, banqueting, and room service—driving revenue growth, profitability, and guest satisfaction.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in F&B with 3+ years at director level, strong financial skills, menu development expertise, and a passion for culinary excellence and service.