ASSISTANT FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER – Chobe Game Lodge 583 views

Chobe Game Lodge is currently seeking a qualified, experienced and knowledgeable individual to join our team for the position of:

ASSISTANT FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER

Brief job overview:

• To assist the Food and Beverage manager in the day to day running of the Food and Beverage Department and in her absence take over her responsibilities.
• Guest satisfaction and a high degree of professionalism is a key role.
• Ensure smooth and professional service in all Food and Beverage outlets.
• Accurate Food and Beverage administration and stock control.
• Maintain customer relations and good communication between other departments and employees.
• Responsible for food and Beverage related expenditure, budgeting and purchasing of operational equipment and related administration under the guidance of the Food and Beverage Manager.
• Maintaining high standards in hygiene, safety, operations and ECO principles that resonates well with our long term environmental sustainability strategy.
• Ensure a high standard of discipline, moral and work ethic amongst your employees.
• Take active part in our youth training program and in general lodge management with the rest of the management team.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Formal qualifications in Hotel and Tourism Management or Hospitality Management i.e a Certificate, Diploma, Degree or an equivalent qualification.
• Must have been working in a 4 or 5 star hospitality environment, internationally and nationally for a minimum of 5 years.
• Be fully computer literate.
• Have strong training skills.
• Have a good practical understanding of kitchen operations and processes.
• Be able to multi task under pressure and have an uncompromising approach to excellence.
• It’s imperative that the applicant must have strong organizational and leadership skills, be able to motivate subordinates and maintain a positive working environment.
• Be highly innovative, methodical and a self-motivated individual. The applicant must enjoy working and living in remote bush environment.