Candidate Requirements:

Must have previous working experience in the F&B department as an F&B Supervisor, Host or similar position
Previous working experience within a luxury lodge environment
Must be able to monitor and manage all Food & Beverage service operations
Ensure all restaurant staff are well trained to provide the highest standard of service and comply with Skills Development requirements
Be able to motivate restaurant staff to promote cellar wines to guests (staff earn commission)
Be able to supervise, monitor and discipline restaurant staff
Ensure that all service (bar, dining areas, guest toilets & outside deck) and preparation areas (waiter station & waiter fridge) are clean, ready, and set up for the next service according to health and safety guidelines
Experienced in weekly shift rostering and ensuring all restaurant staff are aware of shifts
Sound knowledge of all stock control (stock orders and stock takes) of all beverages on the property as well as equipment in the bar, dining room & boma and crockery, cutlery & glassware used in the restaurant
Have excellent communications skills (written and verbal)
Have strong hosting skills and is someone who is guest and service-focused
Be able to liaise daily with the head chef (or chef on duty) on dishes served
Have good knowledge of wine
Must have intricate knowledge of all aspects of the lodge to answer all guests' questions
Be able to plan and execute special occasions (Christmas dinner, New Year, Father's and Mother's Day, Valentines Day, Easter, etc.)
Must be hands-on and willing to assist within other departments within reason.

Live-in position: Private room + bathroom
Salary: R10kpm + Medical aid contribution, bed nights, meals, wifi and laundry.
Work Cycle: 36 days on and 12 days off.

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