Food & Beverage Manager

Food & Beverage Manager

The Cape Town edition

At Protea Hotels, being A Step Ahead starts with our people. We take pride in anticipating what guests need and creating experiences that feel personal, genuine and welcoming. Here, you are encouraged to bring your own personality, ideas and energy to everything you do, while working alongside people who value collaboration, authenticity and a job well done. We believe in giving our people the confidence and opportunities to grow, explore new possibilities and take their careers further. 

As part of the Marriott International family, Protea Hotels offers more than a job. It is an opportunity to be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.   

What you'll do

• Lead the daily operations of the Rooftop Restaurant & Bar.
• Set clear expectations and hold Food & Beverage leadership teams accountable for service delivery and operational standards.
• Review financial reports and assess business performance against budget objectives.
• Establish, monitor, and track operational and financial goals.
• Manage Food & Beverage budgets and ensure financial targets are achieved.
• Ensure compliance with cash handling, liquor control, and operational policies.
• Lead, inspire, and motivate teams through effective communication and leadership.
• Identify revenue-generating opportunities and implement innovative initiatives.
• Monitor market trends and introduce new concepts, products, and offerings.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain high guest satisfaction standards.
• Coach, mentor, and develop leadership talent within the Food & Beverage team.

What you'll bring

• Strong Food & Beverage management experience within hospitality operations.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and driving profitability.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting financial and operational performance reports.
• Knowledge of cash control, liquor control, and compliance procedures.
• Ability to identify revenue opportunities and implement commercial strategies.
• Strong communication, coaching, mentoring, and leadership skills.
• Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Ability to adapt to market trends and drive innovation within Food & Beverage operations.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa. Preference will be given to South African citizens in line with our Employment Equity objectives.

Our Benefits

At Marriott, we put people first — it’s one of our distinctive core values. 

• Through Explore by Marriott Bonvoy™, our associates have access to special room rates, discounts on food and beverage, experiences, and more across Marriott’s portfolio of 30+ hotel brands and 9,500+ properties worldwide. 
• Associates receive paid leave to use for vacations, sick time, holidays and more.
• Through our global TakeCare platform, associates have access to locally driven wellbeing activities and resources designed to meet people where they are.
• Depending on the property and role, additional local benefits may also be available.

Our award-winning culture

Marriott International is consistently recognized as an employer of choice globally by FORTUNE magazine, DiversityInc and Great Places to Work Institute, among others.

Visit life.marriott.com to learn more about our workplace culture and career opportunities.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.