Clanwilliam: Assistant F&B Manager – Luxury Wilderness Reserve – Clanwilliam | Lb posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager Clanwilliam, Western Cape | Wilderness Reserve | Salary Negotiable DOE | Live-In Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a highly skilled Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to join a luxury wilderness reserve in the Western Cape. The successful candidate will support outlet management in day-to-day operations while ensuring an exceptional guest experience and maintaining the highest standards of service. Key Responsibilities: Support outlet management in daily operations and guest engagement during peak meal times Control and manage operating equipment stores, including purchasing and issuing equipment to outlets Plan and execute food and beverage special events, contributing to promotional ideas to drive revenue and PR Finalise staff rosters, ensuring sufficient labour in line with business levels while controlling labour costs Manage operating costs in accordance with budgetary requirements Coordinate training within the department to maintain high service standards Minimum Requirements: Diploma in Hotel or Food & Beverage Management Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a 4- or 5-star hotel, including at least 2 years managing a food and beverage outlet Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) Experience operating Point of Sale systems; Micros advantageous Experience with stock management systems; FnBShop advantageous Exposure to Opera system advantageous Highly presentable with excellent verbal and written English communication skills Fluent in hospitality terminology, particularly food and beverage vocabulary Knowledge of restaurant financials, stock control, and resolving stock discrepancies Experience in service recovery Flexible to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts Advantageous Qualifications and Experience: Micros Symphony exposure WSET Level 1 (wine and food pairing) and Level 2 Training and staff development experience Package: Free self-catering shared on-site accommodation 50% Discovery Medical Aid or medical consultations Provident Fund contribution of 7.5% Free laundry and Wi-Fi Work cycle: 24 days on, 8 days off