F&B Manager
The Food & Beverage (F&B) Manager is responsible for overseeing all F&B operations in a fast-paced casino environment, which includes managing the staff of 2 bars and 1 restaurant, ensuring excellent customer service, and maintaining operational efficiency.
The F&B Manager will also be in charge of organizing corporate events, driving sales strategies, and providing direction to the chef to maintain high-quality food standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations of the bars and restaurant, ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Schedule, train, and manage F&B staff to maintain high levels of service and hospitality.
- Ensure compliance with all food safety and health regulations.
- Manage inventory, control costs, and minimize waste.
- Recruit, train, and develop F&B staff, ensuring ongoing coaching and performance management.
- Foster a positive team culture focused on providing exceptional guest experiences.
- Coordinate with the chef to ensure food quality standards are met and maintained.
- Work closely with the events team to coordinate and execute corporate events.
- Drive F&B revenue through strategic sales initiatives and upselling opportunities.
- Build relationships with clients to ensure repeat business and positive feedback.
- Provide leadership and direction to the restaurant chef to create and execute seasonal menus.
- Collaborate on menu planning, food presentation, and innovation while keeping profitability in mind.
- Ensure that all food offerings align with guest expectations and casino standards.
- Manage the F&B budget, tracking revenue, and expenses to meet financial targets.
- Prepare reports on sales, labor costs, and inventory control to present to senior management.
- Oversee the purchasing of food and beverages, working closely with suppliers to negotiate contracts.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a managerial role within the food & beverage or hospitality industry, preferably in a casino environment.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing a team in a 7-day-per-week operation.
- Excellent understanding of corporate event coordination and F&B sales strategies.
- Ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively.
- Familiarity with food safety regulations and standards.
- Strong communication (FR, NL , EN), organizational, and problem-solving skills.