Food & Beverage Manager – Hoedspruit, Limpopo
Wild Dreams Hospitality
Overview
A luxurious safari lodge in the heart of the Greater Kruger is seeking a skilled and passionate Food & Beverage Manager to oversee food and beverage operations with a focus on creative cuisine, guest delight, and team development.
Responsibilities
- Oversee kitchen operations
- Collaborate on menu development and food philosophy
- Manage food cost per guest and stock control systems
- Staff training, development, and discipline
- Manage leave cycles and ESS system
- Foster morale, hygiene, and appearance standards
- Build a learning culture and recognize performance
- Ensure team alignment with guest-focused service
Qualifications
Diploma in Hospitality or Lodge Management35 years in a 5-star boutique lodge or Big 5 reserveCulinary experience (advantageous)Menu development and food styling experienceStrong food and beverage stock control backgroundHospitality and service training experienceSolid kitchen hygiene and health knowledgeExtensive purchasing experienceFamiliarity with current food trendsValid Drivers License and own vehicleStrong leadership and mentoring abilitiesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsEnergetic, proactive, and detail-orientedCreative thinker with a passion for food, wine, and guest delightPackage & Benefits
Negotiable monthly salary based on experience and qualificationsLive-in accommodation with meals provided while on dutyPension fund contributionWork cycle : 21 days on, 7 days offAnnual leave : 15 daysDuty Manager Food & Beverage – Hoedspruit, Limpopo
Bright Search Recruitment (Pty) Ltd
Qualifications and experience required :
Diploma in Hospitality or Lodge ManagementMinimum 3-5 years Hospitality Management experience in a 5-star boutique operation or Big 5 reserve with in a similar lodge environmentBeverage knowledgeStrong Administrative SkillsExperience in Purchasing, Stock Control Systems and StocktakesStock Control ExperienceHospitality and Service training experienceCode 8 Drivers License#J-18808-Ljbffr