Hoedspruit: Hospitality Manager posted by Career Pathfinders

Hospitality Manager – Restaurant Manager / F.B Controller Exquisite High End 5* Game Lodge Hoedspruit Limpopo The ideal individual for the position will have an eye for detail, be energetic, passionate about guest delight and enjoy guest interaction, be able to think out of the ‘box’ and have a love for food and wine. Furthermore, he or she needs to have administrative skills and enjoy staff motivation and development. Key responsibilities include: To ensure that all guests have a tailor-made guest experience that is a World Class by understanding their personal needs through interaction. Take full responsibility for the running of the Guest Delight Division including the following: Beverage Control Full responsibility for the running of the Beverage Stock Control Division in the Guest Delight Service Department by assisting the Food & Beverage Manager in the following: Implementing and maintaining a daily Stock Management & Control System; Ensure adequate stock levels; Daily administrative functions, stock takes and reconciliation of sales vs charges vs stock use; Purchasing for beverage stock; Receiving of beverage ordered and checking of expiring dates; Stock issues to bars and departments; Storeroom / Cellar and Fridge control; Weekly administration, Invoices and GRV’s; Ensure that the bars and cellar is well stocked; Knowledge of stock items; Monthly stock-take and submitting of the information with in deadlines; Meet or exceed sales targets; Assisting management with administrative duties; Management of the Guest Delight Service Team. Inspire, stimulate and lead the team; Develop your teams and individuals; Ensure the right people are in the right positions Work closely with the Guest Delight Food division to ensure that we offer great service that exceeds our Guests Expectations; Assisting at Front of House during guest’s arrivals or departures or Lodge Site Inspections – Show Time; Leadership Strong leadership & mentoring skills – Listen, Inspire and Empower the team to perform their duties to the best of their ability and according to company standards; Personality Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Positive attitude, Self-motivated, Confident; Sense of humour; Sense of adventure; Sense of fun Computer Skills Computer literate PAN knowledge will be an advantage Qualifications and experience required: Diploma in Hospitality or Lodge Management Minimum 3 – 5 years Hospitality Management experience in a 5-star boutique operation or Big 5 reserve with in a similar lodge environment; Beverage knowledge Strong Administrative Skills Experience in Purchasing, Stock Control Systems and Stocktake; Stock Control Experience Hospitality and Service training experience; Code 8 Driver’s License Salary & other package details: Salary R 14 000 – R 16 000 including accommodation. Live-in position with meals on duty; Pension fund; Staff Lodge Nights; Work cycle – 21 days – 7 days off; 15 days Annual Leave Please Note – While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.