Director of Food and Beverage - Amanyara

Negotiable
Experience
Over 10 years
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Tanzania, Manyara
Job Description

Location Overview
Join our team in Amanyara. Basking
on the secluded shores of an 18,000-acre nature reserve, Amanyara’s lush
tropical pavilions and villas overlook half a mile of white sand beaches and
the turquoise waters of Providenciales' North West Point Marine National
Park. A retreat for all ages, the resort offers restorative wellness retreats
and endless possibilities for discovery above and below
the waves.

Role:

Amanyara invites you to join our
team in Turks and Caicos, as a Food & Beverage Director. With a deep
commitment to Aman’s philosophy of exceptional service, you will play a key role
in leading a dynamic and talented team, creating seamless guest experiences,
offering thoughtful, intuitive hospitality in an atmosphere of understated
elegance. This hands-on role reports to the General Manager and requires you
to be innovative, charismatic and driven.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administration

  • To
    effectively manage and develop the Food and Beverage operation, ensuring
    that all property and AMAN standards are implemented, adhered to, improved when
    necessary and meets international standards.

  • Interviews,
    manages, trains and develops the F&B team members which includes conducting
    probationary reviews, annual appraisal, regular performance. feedback
    discussions and ensures proper transfer of knowledge & skills is taking
    place through a documented mentoring process.

  • Prepares reports
    summarizing food and beverage profitability, customer satisfaction,
    etc

  • Provides employees with the tools and environment they need
    to deliver the company experience.

  • Communicate regularly
    with F&B staff and conduct effective staff
    briefing.

  • Establish systems which monitor the achievements
    of departments goals.

  • Oversee Micros
    Operation.

  • Development and maintenance of all department
    control procedures.

  • Attend monthly P&L meetings and other
    meetings requested by GM

  • Prepare and regularly update
    procedures/training manuals.

  • Any other duties assigned by
    the GM

Operational

  • To monitor
    and control stock levels to ensure F&B items are always
    available.

  • To ensure that all handling procedures for all
    perishable foods or beverages are followed in order to guarantee maximum
    sanitation and quality of the finished product.

  • To ensure
    that wastage and spoilage of products are maintained to the minimal
    level.

  • To be present during the main meal periods in
    the Restaurant and bar area and special events to interact with all
    guests.

  • Proactively handle guest issues / complaints, ensuring
    that the conclusion is satisfactory for all parties.

  • Researches
    customer preferences and develops menus that incorporates local foods
    and flavors in a fine dining experience.

  • Interact daily
    with the Resort and F&B management team to assure that food production
    consistently exceeds the expectations of the guests.

  • Seeks out
    sources for fresh food; monitors all produce and meat
    for freshness.

  • Tailors menu based on product availability;
    create distinctive daily specials that incorporate seasonal or special-order
    ingredients.

  • Evaluates food products to assure that quality
    standards are consistently attained and ensures that all safety and sanitation
    policies when handling food and beverage are in compliance with the food safety
    standards.

  • Oversee the ordering of wines, liquors and cigars
    to ensure appropriate quantities and sufficient lead times, particularly
    in advance of peak periods

  • Arrange for regular wine training
    for staff and ensure wine is stored and served
    correctly.

  • Maintain cocktail menu, wine list and mini-bar
    menus

  • Oversee the arrangements (venue, menu, decoration etc.)
    for guest private dinners.

  • Regularly review all menus to ensure
    they are current, accurate and in good condition

  • Inventory,
    order and maintain all food and beverage supplies and equipment including
    vehicles assigned to the department.

  • Ensure guest preferences
    are recognized and noted, communicated between all F&B staff during a guest
    stay and passed on the FOM for input into Fidelio (if not already part
    of existing history).

  • Handle all Food and Beverage inquires
    and ensure timely follow
    up.

Financial

  • Prepare all monthly
    F&B reports as requested by the GM or DOF

  • Prepare reports
    summarizing F&B profitability

  • Assist DOF with Budget
    for F&B supplies, Capex

  • Critique P&L review, answer
    related questions to Food and Beverage

  • Manage Food and Beverage
    cost.

  • Manage Labor cost

Requirements

  • 5 - 10 years’ leadership experience in Food and Beverage
    at an international luxury resort.

  • A bachelor's degree
    in Hospitality Management and Beverage
    Management.

  • Strong knowledge of food and beverage,
    including wine and cocktails.

  • Proficiency in English
    is essential, and any additional languages are a strong asset.

  • Strong leadership and team management skills.

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
    to provide a personalized guest experience.

  • Ability
    to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
    and professionalism.

  • Creativity and trend awareness
    in beverage and service innovations.

  • Strong
    problem-solving skills and the ability to handle guest inquiries or concerns
    with tact and efficiency.

Benefits

At
Aman Group, we believe that our colleagues are at the core of our success.
We offer a competitive benefits including exciting international career
opportunities in a company that is expanding rapidly.

We prioritise and support your career journey, making you feel valued, included
and at home.

  • Service Charge.

  • Accommodation

  • Private
    Medical Insurance.

  • Vacation.

  • Vacation ticket.

If
you thrive in an ultra-luxury environment and are passionate about warm
and personalised hospitality where every detail matters, we invite you to apply
to join us on our journey.

Aman Resorts is a global hotel chain founded by Adrian Zecha in 1988. It's known for being small, private, and blending with local culture, and its name means 'a place of peace.' The brand creates a luxury vacation experience through low-density layouts and personalized services, usually keeping each property under 50 rooms.