Food and Beverage Lead

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POSITION INFO:

Job Overview:
As a Food and Beverage Lead, your primary responsibility is to oversee and manage all aspects of the food and beverage operations within Piekenierskloof Mountain Resort. You will play a critical role in ensuring the success of the establishment's dining operations by overseeing all aspects of food and beverage service, including menu planning, purchasing, staff management, customer service, financial management, event catering, marketing, and innovation. Your leadership, organizational skills, attention to detail, and passion for hospitality will be essential in delivering a memorable, theatrical dining experience for guests and driving business growth

What you'll do:

• Menu Planning and Development: Collaborate with chefs and culinary team to create menus that appeal to customers, align with the 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 maximize 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. 

What you'll bring:

• 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