Food and Beverage Manager

2 weeks ago

Ballito, South Africa Dream Hotels & Resorts Full time

Job Overview Zimbali Lodge, a 4-star resort located just 5 minutes' drive from Ballito, is seeking a Food and Beverage Lead to join our team. As the leader of our food and beverage operations, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our guests have a phenomenal dining experience. This position is ideal for someone with a passion for the hospitality industry, exceptional management skills, and a drive to continuously improve our offerings. Company Overview Zimbali Lodge is one of the newest additions to Dream Hotels & Resorts, a mixed-use accommodation group focused on making a positive impact in the community. At Dream Hotels & Resorts, our team is guided by 8 core values that prioritise sustainability, trust, dynamism, excellence, joy, diversity, integrity, and creativity. We strive to create a joyful work environment that connects people with our surroundings and each other. Key Responsibilities Menu Planning and Development: Collaborate with chefs and culinary team to create menus that align with our establishment's concept, meet budgetary requirements, and comply with food safety regulations. Purchasing and Inventory Management: Source and purchase food, beverages, and supplies, negotiate with vendors, manage inventory levels, and ensure cost-effective purchasing practices while maintaining quality standards. Team Management: Recruit, train, schedule, lead, and motivate food and beverage service team members, including waiters, bartenders, kitchen teams, and other personnel, to provide excellent customer service. Customer Service: Ensure high standards of customer service are maintained by interacting with guests, addressing feedback and complaints, and resolving any issues that may arise during service. Quality Control and Compliance: Monitor food preparation, presentation, and service to ensure quality and consistency, as well as compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations. Financial Management: Develop and manage budgets, analyse financial reports, track expenses, and implement cost-control measures to maximise profitability and achieve financial targets. Event Planning and Catering: Coordinate and oversee food and beverage services for events, conferences, weddings, and other special occasions, ensuring that client expectations are met and that events run smoothly. Marketing and Promotions: Collaborate with the Resort Custodian, marketing and sales team to develop strategies to promote food and beverage offerings, drive sales, attract customers, and enhance the overall dining experience. Vendor and Supplier Relations: Build and maintain relationships with food and beverage suppliers, negotiate contracts, monitor performance, and seek opportunities for partnerships that benefit the establishment. Trends and Innovation: Stay informed about industry trends, new technologies, and innovations in food and beverage service to continuously improve offerings, stay competitive, and meet customer preferences. Requirements Diploma or Degree in Hospitality Management or related field. Proven food and beverage leadership experience of more than 3 years in a 4-star establishment. Proficiency in MS Office - Word, Excel & Outlook, Restaurant management software, POS, Preferably HTI with Plus Point, Plus Central and Apex. #J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Food & Beverage Manager

    4 days ago

    Ballito, South Africa Career Pathfinders Full time

    **Food & Beverage Manager** Exquisite intimate 5*Beach Boutique Hotel Ballito KZN Our client is seeking a highly creative Manager with F & B flair, who can deliver exceptional menu pairing and offering in conjunction with the Head Chef to create unique menus and dishes which are distinctive to the Beach Hotel An F.B Manager who can bring something really...

  • Food and Beverage Manager

    1 week ago

    Ballito, South Africa CP PERSONNEL Full time

    Food & Beverage Manager** Location: Ballito **Salary**: R22,000, negotiable **Requirements**: - 5-star experience with a unique creative flair for Food & Beverage - Ability to work closely with the Head Chef and understand menu pairing **Salary**: From R22,000.00 per month Ability to commute/relocate: - Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal: Reliably commute or...

  • Food and Beverage Manager

    1 week ago

    Ballito, South Africa CP Personnel Full time

    **Food & Beverage Manager** Kwa Zulu Natal R30 000 Live in 3-5 years experience Communication skills Wine experience sommelier certificate Will be advantage **Salary**: R30,000.00 per month Ability to commute/relocate: - Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

  • Food & Beverage Operations Manager

    1 week ago

    Ballito, South Africa The Capital Hotels and Apartments Full time

    The Capital Hotels stands for equal opportunity while transforming the Hospitality Industry into a modern aspirational industry once again. We believe that the industry is broken and needs to reinvent the image of service and hospitality. We are achieving this through our incredible staff culture. Our dedicated staff believe in offering the highest level of...

  • Food & Beverage Supervisor

    2 weeks ago

    Ballito, South Africa The Capital Hotels, Apartments & Resorts Full time

    The Capital Hotels stands for equal opportunity while transforming the Hospitality Industry into a modern aspirational industry once again. We believe that the industry is broken and needs to reinvent the image of service and hospitality. We are achieving this through our incredible staff culture. Our dedicated staff believe in offering the highest level of...

  • Restaurant Manager

    4 days ago

    Ballito, South Africa Hospitality Jobs Africa Full time

    **Key Responsibilities**: Lead and manage the restaurant team to ensure smooth daily operations. Deliver outstanding guest experiences through attentive service and personalized interactions. Maintain high food and beverage service standards in alignment with the hotel's ethos. Oversee reservations, table settings, and dining area ambiance. Train and...

  • Hotel General Manager

    1 week ago

    Ballito, South Africa Micah Govender Developments Full time

    We are looking for a General Manager to manage a 10-bedroom boutique hotel in the North Coast (Salt Rock). General - Located on the beach - Boutique 4 star hotel (10 rooms) - Provides accommodation, restaurant, bar, spa and functions Accommodation - 10 bedrooms Spa - 3 rooms ( 4 beds ) - Spa manager and 3 staff Restaurant and Bar - Head chef - Bar manager -...

  • Store Manager

    1 week ago

    Ballito, South Africa CHÂTEAU GÂTEAUX Full time

    As a Store Manager you must be motivated and dynamic with excellent people skills, as well as meticulous attention to detail. You must be able to effectively and efficiently head the store, manage the resources of the staff and ensure that the quality of workmanship and hygiene systems are in place, whilst maximizing profitability. WHAT THE ROLE ENTAILS -...

  • Duty Manager

    4 days ago

    Ballito, South Africa Hospitality Jobs Africa Full time

    As the Duty Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the hotel to ensure smooth functioning and exceptional guest experiences. Your responsibilities will include: Supervising staff across various departments, including front desk, housekeeping, and food and beverage, to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to...

  • Assistant Restaurant

    7 days ago

    Ballito, South Africa The Capital Hotels and Apartments Full time

    The Capital Hotels stands for equal opportunity while transforming the Hospitality Industry into a modern aspirational industry once again. We believe that the industry is broken and needs to reinvent the image of service and hospitality. We are achieving this through our incredible staff culture. Our dedicated staff believe in offering the highest level of...