Della Resorts is seeking an experienced, high-energy Cafeteria Manager to oversee and drive 24x7 Staff Cafeteria & EDR operations at our premier luxury resort in Lonavala. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of round-the-clock dining service across Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Midnight Meals /Early Morning meals (as required).
The ideal candidate will uphold luxury hospitality standards, maintain hygiene and safety protocols, streamline meal production and service flows, and ensure seamless 24/7 staffing and inventory control.
Key Responsibilities
1. Operations Management (24x7 Scope)
- 24x7 Service Oversight: Manage continuous round-the-clock cafeteria operations covering daily Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and overnight late-night meal services.
- Shift Scheduling: Plan and execute 24x7 shift rosters for supervisors, chefs, service associates, Housekeeping Associates and stewards to ensure full operational coverage without service downtime.
- Quality & Flow Control: Oversee food presentation, freshness, portion control, and service speed during high-volume peak meal hours.
- Coordination with Kitchen (F&B Production): Partner closely with Head Chefs and Sous Chefs to maintain menu variety, thoughts in menu planning, nutritional balance and timely replenishment.
2. Quality Assurance, Food Safety & Hygiene
- HACCP & Hygiene Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) guidelines, HACCP standards, and internal Della hygiene SOPs.
Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Hotel Management / Hospitality Administration.
5–8 years of experience in F&B / Cafeteria management, preferably within 4/5-star luxury resorts, large-scale hotels, or high-volume corporate/resort catering.
Culinary Director
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