Assistant Outlet Manager

Located on the unspoilt south-eastern coast of Mauritius, Constance Le Chaland offers a unique workplace in a preserved natural environment. The hotel features contemporary architecture, light-filled spaces and amazing ocean views that naturally inspire calm and serenity. Surrounded by white sandy beaches and a peaceful coastal atmosphere, it provides teams with an environment that encourages collaboration, learning and pride in delivering a refined hospitality experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities and duties for this position shall include, but not be limited to, the following areas and activities. At management discretion, direction may be given for tasks outside the scope of work described.

Responsibilities

Organization; Must be familiar with procedures and standards of the assigned outlet.; Plan, control and coordinate Outlets organization and activity.; Apply and ensure application of standards and procedures set by Constance Le Chaland and those resulting from the Hotel’s Food and Beverage policy.; Participate in managing the department’s personnel in terms of hours, public holidays discipline and training according to instructions from F&B Manager /Assistant F&B Manager.; Apply and ensure application of procedures and regulations concerning hygiene and safety.; Make sure that all material and equipment made available to the Outlet is correctly used.; Make concerted effort to report and control breakage.; Participate in inventory taking at scheduled times.; Attends and contributes to the daily Food and Beverage meeting.; Establish the rota for the staff; Management; According to F&B Manager /Assistant F&B Manager instructions, implement the appropriate means to improve costs, personnel, expenses and charges.; Make any suggestions to F&B Manager /Assistant F&B Manager which will improve Outlet profitability.; Establish and maintain effective employees’ relation.; Conducts, under the guidance of the F&B Manager /Assistant F&B Manager, such functions as interviewing, hiring, employee orientation, on-the-job performance, coaching, counseling and suspension if necessary to ensure appropriate staffing and products.; Performs related duties and special project as assigned.; Controls and regulates costs associated with outlet; Quality; Before each service, check Restaurant cleanliness and set-up.; Make sure that Staff levels are adapted to predicted activity and, if need be, take the required actions to correct discrepancies.; Participate in service as necessary to ensure agreed standards are met.; Ensure good coordination between Restaurants and the kitchen: knowledge of the menu, suggestions, missing dishes, etc.; Conduct pre-meal briefing.; Take responsibility for reception and service quality, supervised directly by the Restaurant Manager.; Pay attention to guests’ comments and suggestions, immediately take all required corrective measures and send remarks to F&B Manager /Assistant F&B Manager.; In cooperation with F&B Manager /Assistant F&B Manager, develop initial and in-service training programs and ensure follow-up, paying particular attention to improving reception and service quality.; Make any suggestion to F&B Manager /Assistant F&B Manager likely to improve service quality.; Send daily outlet logbook to F&B office.

Requirements

Middle or Secondary Education + Additional training or certificates in the relevant field is a plus; A minimum of 3 years of experience in hotel industry.; Proven experience working in a top luxury resorts is a plus.; At least 1 year of professional experience on a similar position is a plus.; Facilitate compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.; Strong management and motivational skills.; Excellent organisational skills.; Outstanding customer service.; Effective communication skills dealing with both internal and external contacts.; Attention to detail.; Computer skills for entering details.; Knowledge and Understanding nutritional and allergy requirements; Full knowledge and understanding of all department, purchasing, invoicing and HR policies and procedure.; Fluency in English or another language, written and verbal communication.; Knowledge of a second language is a plus.