Job Description

• Job Title: Food & Beverages Manager
• Job Location: Kwahu
• Employment Type: Fixed Term (Renewable)

JOB DESCRIPTION – HEAD OF FOOD AND BEVERAGES

The Head of Food and Beverages is responsible for the overall dining experience of guests in the Hotel. The Head of Food and Beverages is a member of the Culinary Management Team of the Hotel and reports to the Assistant General Manager.                                       

• Create and maintain menus that satisfy guests.
• Manages the food and beverage inventory of the restaurants and bars.
• Forecast, plan and control the ordering of food and beverages for the restaurants and bars.
• Manage food and beverage costs.
• Set and uphold menu standards.
• Maintains compliance with the Hotel’s culture and practices, cost projections and mission statements.
• Create event-specific menus for banquets, private catering, international holidays and other events.
• Create tailor-made menus that cater to guests with special diet needs like diabetics, vegetarians, lactose-intolerants, etc.                                                                                       
• Assist with management and coordination of events of all occasions.
• Assist with Restaurant and Bar staff management, guest interactions, office administration duties, vendor communications and labor costs.
• Ensure operational standards are met in the areas of sanitation codes and laws, food storage and loss prevention.
• Update and build on new and trending industry practices and standards for food and beverages for the Restaurants and Bars.

Required Skills or Experience

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree from a Culinary Arts Institution or Equivalent. A Business Administration degree will be a plus.
• At least 5 years’ experience in field or similar role.

SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills
• Organization skills
• Creative skills
• Financial skills
• Critical thinking skills

REQUIREMENTS

• In-depth knowledge of food and beverages
• Flexibility to work on shifts, weekends. night-hours and holidays.
• Interaction with guests.