Food & Beverage Manager – Luxury Heritage Resort (Pre-Opening)
Location: THE WHITE HOUSE (NATURE VALLEY), Balotra, Rajasthan
About Us
THE WHITE HOUSE (NATURE VALLEY) is an upcoming ultra-luxury heritage property located in Balotra, Rajasthan, with a grand opening planned for November. Crafted entirely in elegant white marble, the property blends timeless royal architecture with modern luxury, offering guests an exceptional hospitality experience inspired by Rajasthan's rich heritage.
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and passionate Food & Beverage Manager to lead our pre-opening F&B operations and establish THE WHITE HOUSE (NATURE VALLEY) as one of Rajasthan's premier luxury dining and hospitality destinations.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of all Food & Beverage outlets.
- Ensure exceptional dining and beverage experiences through consistently high standards of service.
- Lead and supervise restaurant, banquet, bar, and other F&B service teams.
- Develop and implement operational procedures, service standards, and SOPs.
- Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate F&B staff to build a professional and service-oriented team.
- Prepare duty rosters, allocate responsibilities, and manage staff schedules effectively.
- Coordinate with the Kitchen, Front Office, Housekeeping, Events, and other departments for smooth operations.
- Monitor food and beverage quality, presentation, service standards, and guest satisfaction.
- Handle guest feedback and complaints professionally and ensure timely resolution.
- Plan and coordinate banquets, events, private dining, and special occasions.
- Monitor F&B revenue, daily sales, costs, and operational performance.
- Control food and beverage costs, wastage, inventory, and stock levels.
- Coordinate with the Purchase and Stores departments for procurement and stock management.
- Conduct regular inventory checks and maintain accurate F&B records and reports.
- Assist in menu planning, pricing, promotions, and seasonal F&B concepts.
- Ensure compliance with hygiene, sanitation, health, safety, and licensing requirements.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, grooming, and professional conduct across F&B operations.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports for management.
- Support the pre-opening process, including outlet setup, SOP development, staff recruitment, training, mock services, and operational readiness.
- Assist senior management with strategic planning and other operational responsibilities as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Hotel Management, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage Management, or a related field (preferred).
- 4–6 years of experience in Food & Beverage operations, preferably within luxury hotels, resorts, heritage properties, or fine-dining establishments.
- Previous experience in a supervisory or managerial F&B role is preferred.
- Pre-opening experience in a hotel, resort, restaurant, or luxury hospitality project will be an advantage.
Required Skills
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Excellent knowledge of Food & Beverage operations and service standards.
- Outstanding guest-service and interpersonal skills.
- Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Good understanding of food and beverage cost control and inventory management.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple outlets, events, and operational priorities.
- Knowledge of fine dining, banquet operations, bar service, and luxury hospitality standards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and hotel/F&B management systems.
- Strong attention to detail with a passion for quality and presentation.
- Professional appearance, positive attitude, and excellent grooming standards.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Working Conditions
- Full-time managerial position.
- Primarily hotel/resort-based with frequent interaction with guests, staff, vendors, and management.
- May require extended working hours, weekend, evening, and holiday shifts depending on business operations and events.
- Active involvement in pre-opening activities, including recruitment, training, SOP implementation, outlet setup, and trial operations.
- Requires flexibility and hands-on involvement during the resort's opening and initial operational period.
Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
