Job Description

The job description for an F&B Coordinator often includes the following responsibilities:

• Event Coordination : Organizing and coordinating all aspects of food and beverage service for events such as weddings, conferences, banquets, and corporate meetings. This involves liaising with clients to understand their needs and preferences, and ensuring that all arrangements are made accordingly.
• Menu Planning : Collaborating with chefs and culinary teams to create menus tailored to the specific requirements of each event. This may involve designing custom menus, accommodating dietary restrictions, and ensuring the availability of necessary ingredients.
• Vendor Management : Sourcing and managing relationships with suppliers and vendors for food, beverages, equipment, and other related items. Negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality.
• Inventory Management : Overseeing inventory levels of food and beverage items, including ordering supplies as needed, monitoring stock levels, and minimizing waste through efficient management practices.
• Staff Supervision : Coordinating staffing requirements for events, including hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising F&B staff such as servers, bartenders, and catering assistants. Ensuring that all staff members adhere to company policies, standards, and safety regulations.
• Customer Service : Providing exceptional customer service to clients and guests throughout the event planning process and during events themselves. Addressing any issues or concerns promptly and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Budget Management : Managing budgets for food and beverage operations, including forecasting expenses, tracking costs, and ensuring that events are executed within budgetary constraints.
• Quality Control : Maintaining high standards of quality in food and beverage presentation, service, and overall guest experience. Conducting regular inspections and evaluations to uphold these standards.
• Event Execution : Overseeing the smooth execution of events, including coordinating setup, service, and breakdown activities. Troubleshooting any issues that arise during events and implementing solutions in a timely manner.
• Documentation and Reporting : Keeping accurate records of event details, including contracts, invoices, and correspondence. Generating reports on event performance, financials, and customer feedback for management review.
• Continuous Improvement : Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction within the F&B department.
• Compliance : Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations, as well as any other relevant industry standards and legal requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sharjah: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• F&B Coordinator: 1 year (Preferred)