APPLICANTS WITH EXCELLENT BEVERAGE KNOWLEDGE ONLY SHOULD APPLY
Administration
Assists to ensure that the Food and Beverage activities are aligned with the respective Corporate Strategy, and that the Hotel Actions have been implemented where appropriate.Oversees the preparation and update of individual Departmental Operations Manuals.Conducts regular divisional communications meetings and ensure that departmental briefings and meetings are effective and conducted as necessary.Customer Service
Ensures that all employees deliver the brand promise and provide exceptional guest service at all times.Ensures that employees also provide excellent service to internal customers in other departments as appropriate.Handles all guest and internal customer complaints and inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner, following through to make sure problems are resolved satisfactorily.Maintains positive guest and colleague interactions with good working relationships.Establishes a rapport with guests maintaining good customer relationships.Personally and frequently verifies that guests in the Outlet are receiving the best possible service.Spends time in the Outlet (during peak periods) to ensure that the Outlet is managed well by the respective employees and functions to the fullest expectations.Financial
Maximises employee productivity through the use of multi-skilling, multi-tasking and flexible scheduling to meet the financial goals of the business as well as the expectations of the guests.Focuses attention on improving productivity levels and the need to prudently manage utility/payroll costs within acceptable guidelines ensuring optimum deployment and energy efficiency of all equipment.Ensures that the outlet is operated in line with maximising profit while delivering on the brand promise.Achieves the monthly and annual personal target and the outlet's revenue.Assists in the preparation of the Annual Business Plan for Food and Beverage.Assists in the monthly reforecasting, involves the respective Heads of Department as appropriate.Ensures that all hotel, company and local rules, policies and regulations relating to financial record keeping, money handling and licensing are adhered to, including the timely and accurate reporting of financial informationAssists in the inventory management and ongoing maintenance of hotel operating equipment and other assets.Manages costs proactively based on key performance indicators, works with the respective Heads of Department as appropriate.Ensures new technology and equipment are embraced, improving productivity whilst taking work out of the system.Marketing
Prepares with the Outlet team, a yearly marketing plan which is the basis of the Food and Beverage Annual Marketing Plan.Evaluates local, national and international market trends, vendors and other hotel/restaurant operations constantly to make sure that the hotel's operations remain competitive and cutting edge.Continuously seeks Marketing and Public Relations opportunities to increase awareness and ultimately business.Operational
Ensures that minimum brand standards have been implemented.Responds to the results of the Consumer Audit and ensures that the relevant changes are implemented.Works closely with other Outlet Managers in a supportive and flexible manner, focusing on the overall success of the hotel and the satisfaction of hotel guests.Ensures that Food and Beverage employees work in a supportive and flexible manner with other departments, in a spirit of "We work through Teams".Operational (continued)
Tastes and monitors the food and beverage products served throughout the operation, provides feedback where appropriate.Monitors service and food and beverage standards in the Outlet.Work with the Assistant Outlet Managers, Executive Sous Chefs and Chef de Cuisines to take corrective actions where necessary.Conducts frequent and thorough inspections together with the Executive Sous Chef, of the Food and Beverage Operation.Frequently verifies that only fresh products are used in food and beverage preparation.Assists the Executive Chef/Executive Sous Chefs with creative suggestions and ideas.Conducts monthly inventory checks on all operating equipment and supplies.Liaises with the Kitchen and Beverage Department on daily operations and quality control.Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all food and beverage items in the menu and the ability to recommend Food and Beverage combinations and upsell alternatives.Ensures that the outlet is kept clean and organised, both at the front as well as the back of house.Liaises and organises with Housekeeping Department that the established cleaning schedules are strictly adhered to.Personnel
Oversees and assists in the recruitment and selection of all Food and Beverage employees. Adheres to hotel guidelines when recruiting and uses a competency-based approach to selecting employees.Oversees the punctuality and appearance of all Food and Beverage employees, making sure that they wear the correct uniform and maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene, according to the hotel and department's grooming standards.Maximises the effectiveness of employees by developing each of their skills and abilities through the appropriate training, coaching, and/or mentoring.Conducts annual Performance Development Discussions with employees and to support them in their professional development goals.Assists in the development of Departmental Trainers through ongoing feedback and monthly meetings.Plans and implements effective training programmes for employees in coordination with the Training Manager and Departmental Trainers.Oversees the preparation and posting of weekly work schedules, making sure that they reflect business needs and other key performance indicators.Encourages employees to be creative and innovative, challenging and recognising them for their contribution to the success of the operation.Supports the implementation of The People Philosophy, demonstrating and reinforcing Hyatt's Values and Culture Characteristics.Personnel (continued)
Ensures that all employees have a complete understanding of and adhere to employee rules and regulations.Ensures that employees follow all hotel, company and local rules, policies and regulations relating to fire and hazard safety, and security.Feedbacks the results of the Employee Opinion Survey and ensures that the relevant changes are implemented.Other Duties
Is knowledgeable in statutory legislation in employee and industrial relations.Exercises responsible management and behaviour at all times and positively representing the hotel management team and Hyatt International.Understands and strictly adheres to Rules and Regulations established in the Employee Handbook and the hotel's policies concerning fire, hygiene, health and safety.Ensures high standards of personal presentation and grooming.Maintains strong, professional relationships with relevant representatives from competitor hotels, business partners and other organisations.Responds to changes in the Food and Beverage function as dictated by the industry, company and hotel.Attends training sessions and meetings as and when required.Carries out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned. Read LessHotel degree/diploma professions with Min 2 years' experience in any 4/5-star hotels should apply
Main Duties:
Customer Service
To deliver the brand promise and provide exceptional guest service at all times.To provide excellent service to internal customers as appropriate.Operational
To be familiar with all food items on the outlet menu.To prepare food products according to the standard required.To follow standard recipes and minimise waste to help ensure that the outlet's food cost is in line with budget.To be flexible wherever possible in meeting special requests from guests for specific food preparation methods and ingredients.To follow presentation guidelines as established by the Chef de Partie, Sous Chef or Head Chef.To maintain the assigned station / section in a clean and orderly manner at all times.To ensure that all company minimum brand standards are implemented, and that optional brand standards are implemented where appropriate.To make sure that all Touches of Hyatt and the Food and Beverage Top 20 are implemented.To work in a supportive and flexible manner with other employees and other departments, in a spirit of "We work through Teams".To be up to date with the availability of seasonal and new products on the market.To treat all operating equipment and supplies carefully to minimise damage and reduce wastage.Other Duties
To report for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform and name tag.To maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene and adhere to the hotel and department grooming standards.To provide friendly, courteous and professional service at all times.Other Duties (continued)
To maintain good working relationships with colleagues and all other departments.To read the hotel's Employee Handbook and have an understanding of and adhere to the hotel's rules and regulations and in particular, the policies and procedures relating to Fire, Hygiene, Health and Safety.To comply with local legislation as required.To respond to any changes in the department as dictated by the needs of the hotel.To be flexible in your job function and perform any other reasonable duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to you, including redeployment to other departments/areas if required, in order to meet business demands and guest service needs.To attend training sessions and meetings as and when required.I have read this Job Description and fully understand and agree to follow the outlined duties above.
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