Food & Beverage Manager – Boutique Property

Pick Me Recruitment is looking for an experienced Food & Beverage Manager to join a dynamic team at a Boutique Property, situated in Somerset West. The property offers a collection of experiences that includes a Restaurant, Wine Bar, Deli Shop, Luxurious Accommodation and Day Spa.

The perfect candidate needs to have a strong operational background, experience in casual dining environment, event planning & management skills. The individual should have excellent wine knowledge, the ability to lead and manage a team effectively and be driven by a service & guest centric approach focusing on continued staff development. Able to lead the kitchen team effectively keeping an eye on expenditure.

It is a pre-requisite that the candidate stays in the local vicinity.

Minimum Requirements & Key Skills:

This is a dynamic position and our client requires a hands-on, energetic candidate
• Relevant Tertiary Education will be advantageous
• National Senior Certificate
• Excellent wine knowledge (WSET / CWA – will be advantageous)
• Own Vehicle and Valid Drivers’ Licence
• Sound knowledge of inventory management
• Excellent communication skills on all levels
• 3+ Years’ experience in a similar position
• Service and Guest Centric, being actively on the floor tending to guests needs
• Strong administration skills and computer literate
• Professional and sophisticated
• Detail orientated

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and Manage the Food and Beverage daily operations that includes the Restaurant, Deli, Wine Bar, Luxury Accommodation
• Liaise and work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations and quality
• Assist the Luxury Accommodation team with Guest Arrival, Check-in, Departure, F&B Service
• Ideally strong with POS and stock processes
• Inventory Management & supplier liaison
• Continuously inspire and train staff on all levels

Remuneration
R13 000 – R17 500 CTC · Relating to experience
Start Date: 1 October 2021