Café Manager

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one
of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses
headquartered in Dubai, United A"rab Emirates. Structured into five operating
divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare;
employing more than ‎35,000 employees across more than ‎20 countries in the
Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over ‎200 of the
world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group's
entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to
continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers
within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity;
Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our
customers each and every day.
Job Purpose:
The Cafe Manager must ensure the seamless running of the M&S Cafe in the most
efficient and effective manner. They must deliver the highest possible
standards of service, whilst being pro-active in maintaining and or improving
turnover and profitability. Reports to the Store Manager in DFC.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Caf e & Customer Management
* S e ek and maximise revenue opportunities and minimise costs
* Consistently exceed customer expectations
* Develop a motivated and high performing team committed to delivering clear goals
* Protect the health, safety and well being of our customers and colleagues
* Be a change agent, constantly reviewing service delivery
* Work closely with the existing M&S Cafe team to ensure a seamless operation
* Develop a culture of actively seeking feedback from customers on a regular basis.
People
* Develop a positive and direct relationship with all colleagues
* Within the department, support a culture of pride, ownership and desire to exceed expectation
* Foster a culture of flexibility.
Health and Safety
* Develop an awareness of the implications that H&S issues have on insurance premium
* Understand relevant H&S legislation and the implications on the business, taking action as required
* Ensure all departmental staff work hygienically and productively.
Operations
* Review and communicate financial information to assist in proactive and timely decision making
* Manage monthly stock-takes and review results and variances with relevant departments
* Build and maintain an efficient team of employees, driving the team towards the objectives of the business.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:
* ‎3 years experience in the Hospitality/Food & Beverage industry experience.
* Strong knowledge of food and its preparations, trends, competition.
* Knowledge of local health and safety regulations.
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