Food & Beverage Manager Job Job Details | O&L

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Todirect and oversee all aspects of the culinary and beverage operations. The role will be responsible for planning and execution of Food & Beverage operations at highest standards. It will further demonstrate leadership, creativity, integrity, and consistency in performance.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE :

• Min 3 Year bachelors degree in food and Beverage Management/Culinary Arts/Restaurant Management
• 8 years experience in 4* and 5* Food & Beverage Management, with at least two years at senior management level.
• HACCP Certification will be an added advantage
• Wine courses or additional businesses courses etc., will be an added advantage and strong customer service ethic.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Develop the annual food and beverage strategic initiatives/plans to drive the set strategic outcomes.
• Manage and optimize performance ratios to align with international benchmarks.
• Oversee the design and implementation of menu and oversee the costing of menus and design of recipes.
• Manage the Food and Beverage Cost of Sales Value Chain.
• Lead the teams in attaining a sustainable F&B business model with optimum efficiencies that attain the desired (F&B GOP, F&B Prime Cost Ratio, and Restaurant Seat Occupancy Rates for various mealtimes).
• Formulate the annual food and beverage budgets that are informed by the strategic plans and operational requirements and manage the department's budget, including revenue and expense forecasting.
• Implement effective controls of food, beverage and monitor the food and beverage budget to ensure efficient operation and that expenditures stay within budget limitations, including achieving budgeted revenue and labour expenses.
• Ensure Food & Beverage Brand Identity and brand promises are delivered authentically and consistently in a manner of excellence.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures for the department and always update them to remain relevant.
• Oversee the arrangements for F&B special events, banqueting, private functions, and catering for weddings or corporate gatherings to increase revenue, and promote special events, offers, and promotions.
• Analyze, review, share and use Guest feedback/ guest review reports to continuously improve F&B Guest Feedback Scores.

• Implement effective controls of food, beverage and monitor the food and beverage budget to ensure efficient operation and that expenditures stay within budget limitations,including achieving budgeted revenue and labour expenses.

• Ensure Food & Beverage Brand Identity and brand promises are delivered authentically and consistently in a manner of excellence.

• Develop Standard Operating Procedures for the department and always update them to remain relevant.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Lives O&L Values
• Takes Bold Stands
• Leads Growth
• Causes Alignment
• Being Authentic
• Inspires Innovation
• Deliver Extraordinary results

Closing Date: 01 December 2024

O&L - a Great Place to Work.

Applicants meeting our requirements are invited to apply. O&L Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

"This position is subject to a pre-employment screening and vetting process, and by applying for this position, applicants acknowledge that they are aware that the Company reserves the right to carry out screening and pre-employment vetting for all shortlisted applicants. Certificate of Conduct issued by the Namibian Police (not older than 6 months) may be required from all shortlisted applicants."

Requisition ID: 4447