Job Description
About Job
In this position, the Operation Manager will take a lead in forecasting, planning and controlling the production; sale of food and beverages for the Restaurant and bar.
The goal is to maximize sales and revenue through customer satisfaction and employee engagement.
Responsibilities
Stay current, and often ahead of the curve , on event planning, design, and production trends, proactively identifying and solving operational challenges
Impressive portfolio of previously managed events (weddings, meetings, parties, corporate events)
Designing delicious and attractive menus and continuously making improvements.
Forecasting, planning, sourcing, and ordering food supplies for the kitchen, as well as beverages to stock the bar and fridges.
Liaise with clients to identify their needs and to ensure customer satisfaction
Managing daily food and beverage operations.
Research the market , identify event opportunities and generate interest.
Adhering to the food and beverage budget.
Following food and safety regulations.
Maintaining positive customer relationships, processing complaints, and responding to customer needs.
Assisting with marketing events.
Creating and enforcing restaurant policies, targets, and KPIs .
Hiring, training, and managing staff.
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Event Management, Social Sciences, Management or related field
3-5 years Proven experience as an Events Planner in the hospitality industry, with an emphasis on food and beverages
Culinary or food service management degree may be advantageous.
In-depth knowledge of the Hospitality industry.
Proven success as an event planner or coordinator
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Experience in maintaining and building enriching business relationships
Excellent organizational skills, including multitasking, time management, and meticulous attention to detail
Ability to handle pressure and make split-second decisions.
Sales skills and ability to build productive business relationships
Ability to manage multiple projects independently
Meticulous attention to detail
Ability to multitask
Must be creative and be able to think out of the box
MS Office proficiency