Food and Drinks Manager

Description

ABOUT OUR PROPERTY

Our hotel is an exclusive focus service hotel located in the city center of Mbabane on the Mhlambanyatsi Road. We are in the Central Business District, steps away from the government interministerial building. We are a 4-star hotel. Our mission as Hilton is “to fill the earth with light and warmth of hospitality by delivering exceptional experiences – every hotel, every time.”

Overview:

At Hilton, we are committed to providing our Team Members with equal opportunities for career development and personal growth through our available learning and development programs that we offer through our Hilton University. We pride ourselves on highly embracing diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I). We always aim to create a working atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued, respected, motivated and remain the great place to work for all at all times. We also pride ourselves with our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals. If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member. Because it is with Hilton where we never forget the reason, we are here: to delight our guests, Team Members, and owners alike. 

About the Job:

The Food & Drinks Manager is responsible for providing the F&D Team with leadership that optimizes F&D profitability whilst delivering great customer experiences and maintaining a high level of engagement.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Prepare the F&D business plan to support/deliver budgeted growth across all F&D income streams Ensure that menu and bar pricing is market led, relevant and engineered to deliver optimal profit, actively seek input from the Head Chef in this regard Regularly review product/process impacts together with the Head Chef and make changes to always remain relevant, innovative and quality driven Schedule the F&D team to deliver optimal levels of productivity and maintain purchasing cycle in line with forecasted activity Ensure regular & effective communication (e.g. Huddles) with the F&D team to achieve / maintain a high level of trust & engagement Work within budgeted guidelines in relation to Food, Liquor Costs Evaluate guest satisfaction levels with a focus on continuous improvement

Requirements

Qualifications & Attributes:

University Degree/Any Relevant Qualification in related field preferred. At least 5 years of working experience as F&D Manager or higher position in the hospitality industry. Previous experience in a leadership role. F&D knowledge, understanding of culinary skills, F&D trends, and menu planning is necessary

What's in it for you:

Competitive salary. Exclusive perks Professional growth within a prestigious organization.

What is it like working for Hilton?

The future of hospitality is bright at Hilton: a leading global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of world-class brands. Dedicated to filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, we have welcomed more than 3 billion guests in our more than 100-year history. Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture, and we are consistently named among one of the World’s Best Workplaces.

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members, so they can Thrive, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as workplace flexibility, career growth and development, and our Go Hilton Team Member Travel discount program. Hilton prioritizes understanding and integrating our Team Members’ unique perspectives and voices—along with those of our Guests, Owners, Suppliers, and Partners—to cultivate a diverse and inclusive environment for all. Check out the Hilton Careers blog and Instagram to learn more about what it’s like to be on Team Hilton!

If you are passionate about creating exceptional leisure experiences and have the skills and qualifications we are looking for, we invite you to apply. Join us and be part of a team that is committed to delivering unparalleled service and unforgettable memories. Apply now and closing date is 31^st October 2024 COB