FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Food & Beverage Manager to oversee all food and beverage operations within a premium hospitality and lifestyle environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing restaurant operations bars events and service delivery standards while ensuring exceptional guest experiences operational efficiency profitability and consistent adherence to luxury hospitality standards.

This role requires a commercially minded hospitality professional with strong leadership capabilities deep knowledge of food and beverage operations cost control expertise and proven experience managing high-performing teams within premium dining hospitality or private membership environments.

The Food & Beverage Manager will play a key role in driving revenue growth improving service excellence managing operational budgets and creating memorable guest experiences.

• Oversee the daily operations of all food and beverage outlets including restaurants bars lounges and event services.

• Ensure exceptional service standards are consistently delivered to guests.

• Maintain operational excellence across service quality presentation hygiene and guest experience.

• Coordinate food and beverage activities to ensure smooth execution of daily operations and special events.

• Ensure all services meet established quality standards and customer expectations.

• Deliver outstanding guest experiences through proactive service management and attention to detail.

• Build strong relationships with guests and encourage repeat patronage.

• Identify customer needs and respond promptly to feedback concerns and service requests.

• Monitor guest satisfaction levels and implement improvements where necessary.

• Maintain a professional welcoming and premium hospitality environment.

• Develop and manage food and beverage budgets in collaboration with management.

• Monitor revenue performance profitability labour costs and operational expenses.

• Manage purchasing receiving storage and utilisation of food and beverage inventory.

• Implement effective cost-control measures to minimise wastage and improve margins.

• Monitor food and beverage cost analysis pricing strategies and inventory turnover.

• Support menu pricing decisions and profitability analysis.

• Conduct competitor reviews and market assessments to maintain competitiveness.

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and management team on menu development and promotions.

• Participate in menu planning pricing strategies and food presentation standards.

• Ensure consistent food and beverage quality across all service points.

• Conduct regular quality checks and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure beverage offerings including wines spirits and other selections align with customer expectations.

• Oversee food and beverage delivery for events private functions and special occasions.

• Coordinate with event teams to understand client requirements and ensure seamless execution.

• Review event proposals service requirements and operational arrangements.

• Ensure appropriate staffing setup service flow and billing processes for events.

• Maintain excellent communication with clients before during and after events.

• Lead motivate and manage the food and beverage team to achieve operational excellence.

• Participate in recruitment onboarding training and performance management of team members.

• Create effective work schedules and ensure appropriate staffing levels.

• Conduct team briefings departmental meetings and service training sessions.

• Maintain high standards of professionalism appearance discipline and teamwork.

• Manage employee performance issues in line with company policies and procedures.

• Ensure compliance with food safety hygiene and health regulations.

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across all food and beverage areas.

• Ensure proper handling storage and preparation procedures are followed.

• Maintain awareness of safety procedures including emergency and fire protocols.

• Ensure all operational practices comply with company standards and regulatory requirements.

• Prepare regular operational reports sales reports and performance updates.

• Monitor key performance indicators and recommend improvement strategies.

• Analyse guest feedback reviews and operational data to identify opportunities.

• Provide recommendations to management regarding equipment processes staffing and service improvements.

• Stay updated on hospitality trends industry practices and competitive developments.

• Achievement of food and beverage revenue targets.

• Improvement in guest satisfaction and service ratings.

• Effective cost management and profitability improvement.

• Food and beverage quality consistency.

• Inventory accuracy and reduction of wastage.

• Successful execution of events and private functions.

• Staff performance engagement and retention.

• Compliance with hygiene safety and operational standards.

• Strong knowledge of premium food and beverage operations.

• Proven experience managing restaurants bars events or hospitality outlets.

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.

• Strong understanding of food and beverage cost control.

• Exceptional customer service and guest relations capability.

• Strong communication organisational and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Commercial awareness and understanding of hospitality profitability.

• High attention to detail and commitment to service excellence.

• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.

• Degree certification or professional training in Hospitality Management Food & Beverage Management or a related field is preferred.

• Minimum 69 years experience in food and beverage management or a similar leadership role.

• Strong background in fine dining luxury hospitality private clubs or premium restaurant environments.

• Proven experience managing teams and delivering high-quality guest experiences.

• Experience in event catering and private functions is an advantage.

• Strong knowledge of food hygiene safety standards and operational procedures.

• Proficiency in relevant hospitality systems and Microsoft Office tools.

• Excellent organisational and analytical abilities.

• Professional polished and customer-focused.

• Passionate about food beverage and hospitality excellence.

• Highly responsible reliable and accountable.

• Strong work ethic with a proactive approach.

• Ability to build strong relationships with guests colleagues and stakeholders.

• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.

The role requires:

• Standing and walking for extended periods during operations.

• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings weekends and events.

• Occasional lifting carrying and movement of operational items.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to:

Please use Food & Beverage Manager Application as the subject of the email.