Food and Beverage Manager at DiGi UTU

• We are recruiting an experienced Food and Beverage Manager to lead operations for a premium restaurant and club. The ideal candidate excels in hospitality leadership, operational discipline, financial management, and compliance with Kenyan regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily F&B operations, service quality, and guest experience.
• Lead, train, and manage front-of-house and bar teams.
• Develop and implement F&B service standards, SOPs, and shift structures.
• Ensure compliance with all hospitality regulations including:
• Health and safety (OSHA and DOSH)
• Food handling standards
• Liquor licensing requirements
• Fire safety, hygiene, and sanitation protocols
• Staff licensing and operational permits
• Manage inventory, supplier relationships, stock controls, and wastage reduction.
• Design and monitor budgets, cost of sales, and revenue targets.
• Drive events, promotions, and service innovation to optimize customer satisfaction.
• Oversee cash handling, reconciliation, and accountability processes.
• Maintain a safe, disciplined, and professional work environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years experience in restaurant, club, or hotel F&B management.
• Deep knowledge of bar operations, menu engineering, and service flow.
• Proven ability to manage large teams in a high-traffic environment.
• Strong understanding of HACCP, food safety, and workplace safety standards.
• Familiar with operational audits, licensing renewals, and statutory compliance.
• Skilled in conflict resolution, guest relations, and crisis management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and hands-on decision-making ability.
• Strong financial acumen and experience handling P&L responsibility.
• Ability to work late-night shifts, weekends, and peak seasons.