F&B Manager required for upmarket Lodge in Bela Bela RegionMinimum Requirements:•Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Managing a fully operational F&B department in a 4- or 5-star Hotel/Lodge environment with a staff complement of at least 30•SA Citizens•Tertiary qualification in Hotel Management•SA Matric Grade 12•Good command of the English language•Advanced understanding of F&B costong, cost of sales & profit margins•Working knowledge of stock controls•Banqueting & Conferencing Experience – multiple venues•Excellent “Attention to detail” awareness•Ability to organize and run promotions and events•Good Computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel & Outlook)•ADVANCED knowledge of POS, Stock & PMS systems – MICROS &•PlusPoint will be beneficial•Ability to write weekly and monthly reports•Excellent time management skills combined with a hands-on approach•Reliable, Ethical, Confidentiality driven, Motivated, Sales•Orientated, Honest, Passionate about F&B•Ability to manage a Food & Beverage Department as a business unit.•Staff Training•Valid RSA Drivers licence•Valid RSA ID•Excellent Track Record with at least 2 years in each position•Well-spoken and presentable•Be guest-centric ensuring great experiences•Innovative and creative•To drive hospitality at the Lodge to new levels•Relationship building, with staff, guests, the community, the industry (ants and other lodges)•Must be able to cope under pressure to meet guests needs•Good interpersonal skills and communication with staff and guests•Attention to detail•Diligence and self-motivation to meet deadlines•Willingness/ability to share information and teach and inspire others•Hands on approach to management of department•Adherence to all company practices DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:•Staff Management (Training, Performance & Appraisals, Client Service, Policies & Procedures, SOP’s)•Development & Implementation of Food & Beverage Procedures•Able to achieve targets•Equipment and Stock control•Design, Implement and Manage Shift Schedules for staff•Establish Food & Beverage budgets and Financial goals•Monitor operations and ensure compliance with health, safety and hygiene industry standards•Accounting (Cash Flow, Bank Deposits, Budget, General Financial Statements)•Respond to client inquiries and/or complaints•Develop & Implement marketing strategies•Be able to work in a remote area•Shift workDue to the nature of the Lodge and its business - kindly note this position is best suited to single live-in individuals - no pets allowed.