Food & Wine Specialist (Senior Management) - Stellenbosch Wine Estate & Five-Star Hotel

Often referred to as the “Jewel of the Cape Winelands” this most exclusive, ultra-luxurious wine estate hotel offers bespoke amenities, an elegant wellness retreat & spa, a wide selection of private garden, luxury, superior, or presidential graded rooms and world-class dining facilities.

ProStaffSelect are in search of a highly polished, organised and experienced FOOD & WINE SPECIALIST / F&B MANAGER to handle daily operations, oversee staff, control and monitor business performance and financial profitability. An individual who manages a business “as if it’s their own”. An individual that is highly passionate about the winelands, top cuisines, exceptional service and recognised as an industry professional

REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 2 - 5 years senior management experience within Top Rated Restaurants, 5* Hotels & Wine Estates.
• Strong leadership, financial literacy, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
• Highly proficient in Point of Sale and Back of House software as well as Excel, Word and Office.
• Proven success and abilities in planning, organising and staff management.
• Passion for FOOD and knowledge of WINES, Artisan COFFEE and 5* service standards.
• Experience in procurement / sourcing and hiring of staff and equipment.
• Excellent people skills, resourceful thinker & innovative worker.
• Accomplished in controlling profitability, beverage stocks, wastage & overall staff performance

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operations: Oversee daily FOH and BOH service flow, maintain safety standards, and enforce health regulations.
• Staff Leadership: Recruit, train, schedule, and mentor employees to build a positive culture and reduce turnover.
• Financial Control: Manage the operating budget, monitor labour and food costs, and review profit and loss (P&L) statements.
• Guest Relations: Monitor service quality, engage with guests & restaurant customers, and resolve complaints quickly.
• Inventory: Oversee stock levels, place orders with suppliers, and minimize kitchen waste.
• Compliance & Safety: Enforce health codes, labour laws, and safety regulations.
• Strategic Bridge: Acting as the main link between business owners, corporate leadership, and frontline staff

MORE INFO:

• Permanent appointment / with career advancement within the holding company.
• We require candidates who are HIGHLY ORGANIZED, DRIVEN and MOTIVATED.
• Bubbly and outgoing personality.
• Able to deal with the head chef and kitchen team and liaise with all staff.
• Effective in overseeing ordering, menu suggestions, coordinating of small group functions and daily communication with various suppliers, wine makers, industry partners etc.

R48 000 - R52 000 plus benefits