Head of Food & Beverage - Louma Country Hotel

Steyn Group

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Louma Country Hotel on site Until 9/14/2026 First posted July 16, 2026 Last posted July 16, 2026
Job description

About Us
Louma Country Hotel is a unique destination committed to delivering exceptional culinary and hospitality experiences rooted in our Farm-to-Fork ethos. We pride ourselves on creating unforgettable moments for our guests through outstanding food, beverage, and immersive experiences.

The Role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Food & Beverage to lead our service team and oversee the planning and delivery of market-leading culinary and beverage offerings. This role is pivotal in ensuring guest satisfaction, operational excellence, and commercial success across daily operations, bespoke events, and experiential activities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee all Food and Beverage operations, ensuring best-practice hospitality standards.

  • Develop and implement SOPs and training programs for service excellence.

  • Manage budgets (OPEX & CAPEX), financial compliance, and monthly reporting.

  • Drive revenue through upselling and optimising profitability.

  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food standards (HACCP, FSA).

  • Collaborate with Head Chef and Front-of-House teams on menus and service.

  • Maintain stock control, procurement, and CRM system efficiency.

  • Support marketing initiatives for events and experiences.

  • Lead recruitment, onboarding, and continuous staff development.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in F&B management within hospitality or luxury settings.

  • Strong knowledge of CRM and POS systems.

  • Personal Alcohol License and Level 3 Food Hygiene certification.

  • HACCP, First Aid at Work, Fire Marshall, Manual Handling certifications.

  • WSET Level 2 or equivalent beverage knowledge.

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Opportunity to shape and enhance a premium hospitality experience.

  • A vibrant, collaborative environment in a stunning retreat setting.

About this role

Summary

Lead F&B operations, develop SOPs, manage budgets, ensure standards, lead staff.

Job title

Head of Food & Beverage - Louma Country Hotel

Experience level

proven experience in F&B management within hospitality or luxury settings

Industry

hospitality

Location requirements

Louma Country Hotel location, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

CRMPOSpersonal alcohol licensefood hygiene certificationHACCPFirst Aid at WorkFire Marshallmanual handlingWSET Level 2

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

food and beveragehospitalityculinaryeventshospitality standards
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site