F & B Manager

Job type : Full time / permanent.

Job Location : Doha, Qatar.

Salary scale offered : QAR.17,750/ - full package

Experience required : Minimum 8 years of experience in Hospitality.

Food & Beverage Manager will assits & support the General Manager in achieving the targets through day-to-day Operational Control of the F&B Department Activities. To Ensure that the

quality and standard of the Food and Services are carried-out in line with the set SOP’s and the Guests requirements. Your duties and responsibilities include, but not limited, to the following;

• You are required to spend 75% of your time on the Floor during the meals service, to meet the members, guests, corporates and prospective clients.
• You will be responsible for hands-on Operational Control of all F&B outlets and Banquet and Outdoor Catering functions and ensure smooth operation to achieve customer satisfaction and a good reputation in the local market.
• Meet the Restaurant and Banqueting Financial Objectives by Estimating Requirements, Preparing Strategic and Annual Forecast and Budgets, Analyze variances, Initiate Corrective Actions, Establish and Monitor Financial Controls. Develop and Implement Strategies to Increase Average Meal Checks, Revenue and profits.
• Control the Payroll cost, Plan the Staffing requirements, Staff allocation, Control and Conduct Staff Training and Briefing to perform their duties in conformity with Health and Safety requirements and to get the best performance and productivity. Take necessary corrective action as and when required to manage staff efficiently.
• You will be responsible for Menu planning, Implementation, and Food Cost Control. Achieve and maintain high operational performance standards while maintaining the budgeted cost factors.
• Maintain High Standards of Personal and Staff Grooming and Hygiene and ensure all staff wears clean uniforms while on duty.
• You will be responsible for Maintaining a Safe, Secure and Healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing QHSE Standards and Procedures, complying with Health and Legal Regulations and maintaining Security System.
• Ensure effective implementation of the QHSE and Food Hygiene Standard aspects, Compliance of HACCP system & the food service operations.
• Ensure that the food service areas and stations are Tidy and should maintain Cleanliness and Hygiene in all food service areas.
• Oversee the F&B Stores Operation, check reports, daily material receipts, issued and take preventive measures to control spoilage, pilferage and damages.
• To monitor monthly Inventory and Stock control of Restaurant and Banquet Department, review and evaluate usage reports, analyze variance and take corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Suppliers, Vendor development to Reduce Cost, improve food supply arrangements, and obtain better credit facilities while improving supply chain management for better results.
• Prepare Weekly Progress Reports and submit periodic reports to the Management, as per the stipulated schedule.
• Coordinate with the HR Department to ensure all Restaurant Staff meets the local Municipality Health (food handlers) regulations & health requirements.
• Ensure that each Staff follows Company Policies & Standard Operating Procedures and take the necessary corrective actions against the employee at fault.
• Address all Communications daily and carry out all internal & external written communication with staff/operations and guests as per the guidelines.
• You shall create Good Teamwork & Motivate Staff by introducing various welfare programs and activities.
• Maintain Open and Positive communication with Chefs, Cooks and Junior Staff. Work as a Team and conduct yourself in a Professional manner.
• Ensure that requirements related to Food Safety (ISO 22000:2005) (ISO 14001:2004 & OHSAS 18001:2007) are implemented and maintained within the Department.
• All documents/records related to Food Safety & HSE (where applicable) shall be kept up to date.
• Food Safety / HSE policy and objectives (as applicable to the department) to be followed and updated.

Qualifications Required

• Degree in Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Previous experience in F & B Management or a related role is usually required, with a minimum of 8 years of experience.
• Ability to Manage Budgets, Control costs, and optimize Profitability.
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with Guests and Colleagues.
• Proven ability to control all Location expenses & ability to deal with High Profile Clients in a Professional Manner.

Skills required

• Team Player.
• Analytical thinker.
• A confident personality that will allow the incumbent to deal with Third parties. e.g. Members, Guests & Prospective Clients.
• Self-corresponding.
• Customer service orientation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Should be able to gather data and prepare reports.
• Should have a High level of Initiative.
• Ability to lead and make sound decisions in fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including Evenings, Weekends and Holidays, as needed to accommodate Operation requirements.