Job Summary
FOOD & BEVERAGE DUTY MANAGER 4-Star Guesthouse/Conference Facility Location: Durbanville, Northern Suburbs, Cape Town Start date: As soon as possible Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience, plus performance-based incentive. About Us We are a well-established 4-star guesthouse in Durbanville, committed to providing excellent hospitality and memorable guest experiences. The Role We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Food & Beverage Duty Manager to take responsibility for our kitchen and daily F&B operations, while assisting with general guesthouse management. The successful candidate will be responsible for personally preparing approximately 80% of all meals served ; including breakfasts, dinners and conference meals. Key Responsibilities · Prepare approximately 80% of all meals, including breakfasts, dinners and conference catering. · Plan menus and manage food preparation, quality, food costs, stock control, purchasing and wastage. · Oversee daily F&B operations and maintain high service, hygiene and food safety standards. · Assist with front desk duties, reservations, check-ins, check-outs and general administration. · Manage guest relations, attend to requests and resolve complaints. · Monitor beverage stock and conduct inspections of guest rooms and common areas. Requirements · Minimum 3 years' relevant hospitality and/or professional cooking experience. · Hospitality qualification from a recognised hotel school (advantageous). · Proven ability to independently prepare and cook a variety of meals. · Experience in menu planning, food costing and stock management. · Good computer skills, particularly MS Office (Outlook, Word and Excel). · Ability to work shifts, including rotating weekends and public holidays. · Valid South African driver's licence and own reliable transport. · Own accommodation in Durbanville or the Northern Suburbs. · South African citizen with a valid South African ID. The Person We're Looking For A confident and passionate person with an engaging personality, excellent communication and organisational skills, who is reliable, flexible, takes initiative and can work independently as well as lead and support a team. What We Offer · A varied, hands-on position in an established 4-star guesthouse. · Competitive, market-related remuneration. · Additional performance-based incentive. How to Apply Please email your CV, including relevant experience and qualifications. The successful candidate must be available to start as soon as possible. Please note: Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 working days of the advertisement being published. If you have not heard from us within this period, please consider your application unsuccessful.