SMG Europe
Career Opportunities

Duty Manager (Bars & Catering), The Bridgewater Hall

JOB TITLE:                  Duty Manager (Bars & Catering) x 3 (Full Time)

LOCATION:                  The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
 

SALARY:                      £16,000 per annum

REPORTING TO:          Food and Beverage Manager
 

THE ROLE:                   To assist the Food and Beverage Manager in the provision of a safe, effective, courteous and efficient operation and delivery of all aspects of quality catering services to meet customer needs, and supporting the delivery of the business plan and financial targets.
                                   
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Assist the Food and Beverage Manger in the successful delivery of all events.
  • Promote and contribute to the development and enhancement of the service
  • Advise both internal and external customers on menu style and wine options, plan menus to meet customer requirements and ensure that budget targets are met
  • Supervise and motivate the team, including planning daily rotas, training and development, recruiting, managing attendance and completing payroll returns
  • Ensure compliance with all food hygiene legislation and at all times staff comply with all health and safety regulations,  report and/or refer when appropriate
  • Make sound commercial decisions regarding restaurant and bar opening and closing times and staffing levels
  • As PLH, ensure strict adherence to licensing laws and regulations, and act as the Designated Premises Supervisor should this be required
  • Ensure highest level of standards on quality and service are maintained at all times
  • Liaise with the Kitchen department to continually evolve the offering
  • Assist in the preparation of financial budgets and work to strict financial targets
  • Assist in the accurate and timely completion of all company processes and financial reporting.
  • Manage and maintain effective and professional business relationships both internal and external
  • Ensure adherence to company policy on cash handling procedures
  • Any other duties as assigned by the Food and Beverage Manager
     

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

  • Operated at supervisory level  in a high standard catering facility
  • Proven experience of menu planning and costing within a large scale environment
  • Literacy and numeric skills to accurately produce and analyse statistical and financial information
  • Strong communication  and interpersonal skills
  • Proven Effective leadership skills
  • Thorough understanding of relevant legislation, food hygiene and health and safety regulations
     

TO APPLY: Please forward your CV and a covering letter to Martine Moser, SMG Europe, MEN Arena, Victoria Station, Manchester, M3 1AR or email recruitment@men-arena.com

Closing date: Friday 19th March 2010