FOH Duty Manager | Birkenhead House

The Royal Portfolio • Other • Hermanus, South Africa • 21h ago

The Restaurant Manager at Birkenhead House manages and controls the daily operations of the FOH department. They ensure that the standards of The Royal Portfolio (in particular when it comes to Food & Beverage) are met, in order to contribute to the purpose of the company – "To give our guests a complete experience and a perfect stay" .

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Communicate effectively throughout the hotel. Ensure all departments are aware of guests' needs, changes and requirements
Guest interaction and satisfaction, including hosting guests during their stay
Recommend food and wine pairings.
Share your wine knowledge and encourage your team to develop their wine knowledge further through regular training sessions.
Ensure that all wines are stored, presented and served to the required standards.
Ensure the hotel and restaurant is set up accordingly on a daily basis
Be present and assist during service
Be the point of contact for guests and anticipate and cater for their needs
General running of all FOH service areas and assist all service staff
Ensure the hotel follows cleanliness, health and safety protocols
Assist guests with check in and departure
Make sure SOP’s are followed
Report incidents to the correct channels
Conduct site inspections when on duty
Ensure that the staff as well as yourself live, breath and embrace the companies P&Vs

REQUIREMENTS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPECTATIONS

Tertiary qualification in Hospitality Management
3 years’ Experience in a luxury 5* establishment (Required)
2 years’ Hotel or Restaurant Management Experience (Required)
2 years’ Food & Beverage Experience (Preferred)
Wine and Cocktail certificates a distinct advantage
Strong knowledge of Hermanus and the Overberg area as well as other properties, venues and activities available
Strong systems experience - Micros (POS), Opera (PMS), Microsoft Office
Strong communication skills
Ability to think on your feet and come up with solutions
A positive attitude
Be able to deal with and handle conflict
High level of guest experience
Team player

It is important that the candidate is able to work as part of a team and is a good cultural fit for The Royal Portfolio.
South African citizenship is advantageous. A valid work permit is essential if you are not in possession of a South African ID document.
Please note it is a condition of employment, that all staff undergo a pre-employment polygraph test.

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