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https://Apply Below/jobs/food-beverage-fb-manager-5-private-luxury-game-lodge/ Job Title: Food & Beverage (F&B) Manager Location: Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, KNP- South Africa Establishment: 5-Star Private Luxury Game Lodge Reporting To: General Manager / Lodge Manager . Key Duties and Responsibilities Luxury Guest Experience & Front-of-House Tailored Service : Deliver highly personalized, intuitive service that anticipates the needs of luxury safari guests. Specialist Dining Operations : Oversee diverse dining setups, including main lodge decks, traditional outdoor BOMA's; private suite dining, and remote bush breakfasts or sundowner stops. Dietary Management : Coordinate closely with the Executive Chef to manage complex international guest dietary requirements, allergies, and bespoke menu requests. Hosting : Act as a primary host during evening meals and BOMA dinners, interacting with guests to ensure total satisfaction. Wine; Beverage & Cellar Management Sommelier Duties : Curate, manage, and present a premium beverage list, featuring top-tier South African and international wines, craft spirits, and signature safari cocktails. Cellar Control : Maintain stock rotation, ideal temperature controls, and impeccable storage standards for high-value wines and spirits. Staff Training : Conduct ongoing beverage and wine-pairing training for the service team to elevate upselling and storytelling at the table. Financial Control & Stock Management Remote Supply Chain : Manage beverage ordering, stock levels, and vendor relationships, accounting for the logistical challenges of a remote lodge location. Cost Administration : Maintain strictly controlled food and beverage cost percentages without compromising on 5-star quality. Stock Takes : Conduct accurate weekly and monthly stock audits, analyze variances, and implement immediate corrective actions. Budgeting : Assist in compiling the annual F&B budget, forecasting revenue, and managing labor costs. Team Leadership & Development Staff Management : Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of field waiters, bartenders, boma staff, and scullery workers. Scheduling : Create efficient staff rosters that accommodate fluctuating lodge occupancy and required seasonal shift changes. Standards Enforcer : Implement and maintain strict 5-star hospitality operating procedures (SOPs) across all service teams. Hygiene; Health & Safety Compliance : Ensure total adherence to local health regulations, South African food safety standards, and international HACCP protocols. Wildlife Protection : Enforce strict waste management and food storage policies to prevent baboons, monkeys, and other wildlife from entering food areas. Candidate Requirements & Qualifications Experience : Minimum of 3–5 years of F&B management experience in a 5-star luxury lodge, Experience in a remote safari environment is highly advantageous. Qualifications : A diploma or degree in Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage Management, or a related field. Wine Knowledge : Formal wine qualification (e.g., WSET Level 2/3, Cape Wine Academy, or equivalent sommelier certification) is strongly preferred. Skills : Outstanding communication skills, strong financial acumen, and proficiency in hospitality POS and stock-control software (e.g., Micros, Apex, or Pastel). Attributes : High emotional intelligence, resilience for long hours on a live-in basis, excellent crisis management skills, and a genuine passion for the African bush. Working Conditions and remuneration on offer Live-In Position : Accommodation, utilities, and uniform provided on-site at the lodge staff village. Cycle : Standard remote lodge roster (e.g., 3 weeks on, 1 weeks off, or similar rotational cycle). Meals : All meals provided while on duty. Salary : Market related depending on candidates experience on offer To apply, forward comprehensive CV in Word Format with proof of all qualifications as well as details of all contactable references to ronel@ Apply Below Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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