Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Director of Food & Beverage to join our client’s team in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will provide senior leadership and drive the full food and beverage strategy across all outlets, ensuring F&B is positioned as a key profit driver while elevating the overall brand and guest journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute a cohesive F&B strategy aligned with overall business objectives and brand positioning
- Drive total F&B revenue, profitability, and market share across the portfolio
- Develop and implement pricing models, revenue optimisation strategies, and cost control frameworks
- Identify and execute new business opportunities, concepts, and partnerships
- Lead F&B capital planning and investment decisions with a strong return-on-investment focus
- Provide executive oversight of all F&B operations, ensuring alignment in standards, systems, and service delivery
- Implement and maintain standard operating procedures, controls, and performance benchmarks
- Conduct regular operational audits and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure full compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and statutory requirements
- Optimise labour structures and productivity in line with business demands
- Lead and inspire F&B leadership teams, including outlet managers and senior culinary leaders
- Build a culture of accountability, service excellence, and high performance
- Drive talent development, succession planning, and retention strategies
- Collaborate with Sales & Marketing on campaigns, partnerships, and activations
- Oversee the development and execution of signature events and experiences
- Monitor guest feedback and market trends to continuously enhance the offering
Requirements
- Strong commercial leadership skills
- Excellent guest experience curation skills
- Ability to drive revenue growth, profitability, and operational excellence
- Proven ability to lead high-performing teams across multiple departments
- In-depth understanding of industry trends, compliance, and best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary package
How to Apply
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About Catering / hospitality Jobs in Western Cape
The Western Cape, with its stunning natural beauty and thriving economy, presents an exciting career landscape for those interested in the hospitality and catering industry. Typically, this sector is driven by tourism, offering a wide range of job opportunities across various establishments, from boutique hotels to fine dining restaurants.
Generally, salaries in the hospitality sector can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Typically, entry-level positions may fall within the range of R200 000 – R400 000 per annum, while more senior roles can command higher figures, often ranging from R500 000 to over R1 million per annum. However, it’s essential to note that these are broad estimates and actual salaries can differ significantly.
Common skills required for a career in hospitality include strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work well under pressure, attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills. Additionally, knowledge of food safety and handling, basic first aid, and proficiency in Microsoft Office software are often considered essential. In more senior roles, management skills, financial acumen, and creativity may also be valued.
The Western Cape’s hospitality industry is often driven by the tourism sector, which encompasses various sub-sectors such as luxury resorts, boutique hotels, fine dining restaurants, and event management. Financial services, technology, and manufacturing are also common industries that employ catering staff. Generally, career progression in this field can involve moving from front-of-house to back-of-house roles, or transitioning into management positions.
For those seeking a career in hospitality, there are various opportunities for development and advancement. Common career paths include working as a sous chef, restaurant manager, or events coordinator, before potentially moving into general management or even entrepreneurship. With experience and the right skills, it’s possible to transition into related fields such as food writing, culinary arts instruction, or even entrepreneurial ventures in the hospitality sector.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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