Top Roles at Sun International

Job Purpose

• Responsible for ensuring the kitchen areas are clean, maintained and organised at all times according to Sun International’s operational excellence standards and procedural compliance. 

Key Performance Areas

Cleaning (F&B Areas) 

• Ensure all food and beverage equipment is clean and in good working order;
• Check all chemical levels and inventory for cleaning
• Set up stations and ensure crockery and hollowware are stored correctly
• Record any breakage.
• Complete day-end dishwasher maintenance;
• Clean all soiled equipment items;
• Dispose of all broken items in the proper area;
• Remove trash and waste;
• Clean, sanitize and close workstations.
• Understand and conduct all tasks in line with F&B standard operating procedures
• Be aware of and comply with health, safety, hygiene and environmental regulations in the outlets
• Use and store operating equipment in line with specifications and safety regulations
• Resolve or report on any anomalies to the required standards

Customer Engagement

• Connect with all guests by providing them with a warm welcome, greeting them with a friendly smile, acknowledging them, and ensuring respect at all times
• Interact with guests and provide professional service standards and relevant solutions
• Educate customers on business unit facilities, products and current promotions
• Handle any customer complaints, requests and / or suggestions to resolution, escalating if necessary

Job Requirements

Education

• Grade 12  

Experience

• Exposure to kitchen environment and facilities is an advantage 

Work conditions and special requirements

• Ability to work shifts that meet operational requirements
• Physically able to move operating equipment
• Have an open attitude to perform similar functions in alternative outlets due to operational requirements 

Skills and Knowledge

• Team Co-operation
• Dealing with customers - coping with rudeness, preparation of food
• Judgement through the senses viz aroma, taste, colour, texture
• Using culinary and kitchen equipment
• Following instructions
• Checking – availability of materials; working to specification
• Performing physical tasks – cleaning; tidying; cooking
• Handle materials, dangerous and heavy items

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Job Purpose

• Responsible for the effective day-to-day management of the restaurant outlet (including food and beverage service) and the management of the team with specific regard to achieving profitability, maximising operational efficiencies and productivities; maintaining the restaurant product and standards of operation; maximising customer satisfaction; controlling operating equipment and stock, and developing a competent team.

Key Performance Areas

Business Plan Implementation        

• Develop outlet objectives and deliverables in line with Unit F&B strategy
• Facilitate the communication and implementation of F&B deliverables for the outlet
• Conduct risk analyses i.t.o impact on short term profit margins
• Provide clear delegation of authority and accountability for deliverables
• Manage and allocate people and operational resources 
• Communicate plans relative to promotions and strategies to relevant staff and stakeholders within the unit
• Align plans with EE, SD and procurement transformation strategies which contribute towards BBBEE targets being achieved for the property

Shift Management

• Put in place staff scheduling and duty allocations to ensure maximum coverage
• Handle shift briefings / handovers / shift reports
• Interact and be present on the floor during service to understand and assist clients with requests, special requirements, recommendations, concerns, resolution of complaints, etc.
• Manage staff appearance and floor appearance/ functioning of equipment and systems for the outlet
• Provides feedback and reports back to management on the performance and challenges within the restaurant
• Manage the control of stock and operating equipment as per SOP for the outlet
• Cash-ups at the end of the shift
• Completes shift reports

Restaurant Product Enhancement

• Monitor service offering / products and pricing within restaurants
• Make recommendations of improvements to the product and service offering
• Compile and co-ordinate the food and beverage promotional calendar for the outlet
• Monitor customer service standards in the outlet and identify any areas of concern
• Conduct maintenance walkabouts for front of house and back of house areas
• Monitor health, safety, hygiene and environmental elements in the outlet
• Monitor the use and storage of OE
• Monitor stock control and OE control processes
• Investigate variances / discrepancies and take necessary action to correct

F&B Standards & Governance

• Monitor F&B standards and processes
• Align practices with new legislative compliance around health, hygiene, safety and the environment
• Implement sufficient control measures (including systems and processes) & checks within each outlet to mitigate any financial risk to the business. All staff in F&B to adhere the policy and procedures.
• Conduct weekly walkabouts of all F&B front of house and back of house areas to monitor compliance
• Encourage a waste management culture and ensure all staff are trained.
• Work with internal stakeholders (maintenance, finance, HR, and security) to identify risk areas and address these

People Management 

• Manage staff conditions of employment, e.g. attendance, absenteeism, leave, adherence to policies and procedures
• Manage productivities and payroll costs for the outlet
• Identification of employee training needs
• Perform on the job training and coaching to close developmental gaps and build succession for a talent pipeline within the outlet
• Manage employee relations within the department
• Staff communication and motivation
• Performance contracting, reviews and development
• Provides resources and removes obstacles  to performance
• Recruit and resource for talent for positions within the department
• Onboarding of new staff members

Budget management 

• Participate in the preparation of budget forecasts & controls for the outlet
• Consolidate Capex requirements for specific outlets
• Guide and consolidate the completion of Cost of Sales reports including:
• Theoretical COS per outlet for food & beverage respectively.
• Recipes – Recipe links needs to be in place to ensure accuracy and legitimacy of theoretical as well as put us in a position for the theoretical to be system generated.
• Food recipe – All menu item food recipes to be reviewed and signed off and where needed recaptured into the system MC or IFS to ensure accurate food theoretical.
• Procurement – All supplier prices and supplier price quotes to be reviewed and monitored on a monthly basis going forward to ensure we monitor and track price movements to minimize input cost fluctuations.
• Cost control – oversee the conducting of accurate stock takes in line with Company process. Use stock takes variance reports to manage underperforming outlets in relation to COS

Customer Relationship Management

• Ensures that guests are treated with courtesy and respect at all times
• Interact with guests and provide professional service standards and solutions
• Handle any escalated complaints, disputes and suggestions as required
• Engage with customers and provide a customer experience within the outlet / on the floor that will support brand loyalty ensuring SI as the brand of choice
• Be present on the floor during service / promotions or functions
• Conduct staff training on product knowledge / promotions (including promotion information, functions, facilities, etc)
• Provide post-mortem feedback with regards promotions to ensure these are always relevant and effective
• Shift handover ensures that staff have sufficient insights and information with regards VIP customers visiting the property

Job Requirements

Education

• Grade 12
• 3 Year Hotel School Diploma or equivalent National Qualification at a Diploma level

Experience Required

• 5-6 years in the food and beverage industry of which at least 2 years experience in a supervisory role within the food and beverage environment

Work conditions and special requirements

• Ability to work shifts that meet operational requirements 
• Physically able to move operating equipment 
• Have an open attitude to perform similar functions in alternative outlets due to operational requirements

Skills

• Food & Beverage Costing
• Food & Beverage Product Knowledge
• Speciality beverage knowledge – wine, barrister
• Team Planning
• Operational Management
• Product Development
• Stock control
• Intermediate Computer Skills
• Micros / Opera is preferred

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Job Purpose

• The Food & Beverage Team Leader is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of food and beverage service within a designated outlet or conference centre. This role focuses on maintaining high service standards, enhancing the customer experience, and managing equipment and stock in accordance with company policies. 

Key Performance Areas

• Supervise the daily operations of the outlet or conference centre, ensuring smooth service delivery, proper setup, functional equipment, and adherence to hygiene, health, and safety standards
• Ensure effective staff scheduling, duty allocation, shift briefings, and accurate reporting to maintain optimal service coverage
• Conduct regular floor checks and maintenance walkabouts to ensure readiness and issue resolution in collaboration with maintenance teams
• Maintain a strong presence during service to support staff and engage with guests, ensuring exceptional service and prompt handling of requests, VIP needs, and complaints
• Liaise with clients for conferencing and events, attend pre-conference meetings, recommend solutions (e.g. setup, décor, equipment), and ensure seamless execution aligned with client expectations
• Conduct quality assurance checks and participate in post-event reviews to drive continuous improvement
• Manage stock, operating equipment, and storage in line with SOPs, including accurate 10- and 20-day stock takes and variance investigation
• Oversee end-of-shift cash-ups and ensure adherence to financial controls and budget authorisations
• Monitor and evaluate food and beverage offerings, pricing, and promotional activities, making recommendations to enhance guest satisfaction and align with industry trends
• Support the implementation of seasonal or promotional calendars to drive engagement and revenue
• Supervise staff performance, conduct performance reviews, manage attendance, and ensure adherence to company policies and grooming standards
• Identify training needs and provide coaching, on-the-job training, and development opportunities to build a capable, motivated team
• Drive staff communication, motivation, onboarding, and succession planning to foster a high-performance culture

Job Requirements

Education

• Grade 12
• Certificate in food & beverage

Experience

• 5 years in the food and beverage industry including experience in banqueting, in-room dining; and / or restaurant operations

Work conditions and special requirements

• Ability to work shifts that meet operational requirements
• Physically able to move operating equipment
• Have an open attitude to perform similar functions in alternative outlets due to operational requirements

Skills and Knowledge

• Food & Beverage Costing
• Food & Beverage Product Knowledge
• Set-up requirements
• Function sheets (if relevant)
• OE use & storage
• Team Planning
• Stock control
• Proficient MS Office skills
• Micros / Opera is preferred

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Job Purpose

• To prepare and deliver exceptional beverage services within the banqueting and / or restaurant operations to ensure that internal (SOP) standards are continuously achieved and professionally executed 

Key Performance Areas

• Prepared Work Area
• Prepare mise-en-place, and conduct any other required checks and preparations for service
• Identify issues with regards the bar display and surrounding areas in terms of appearance/ functioning of equipment and systems
• Stock bar for service
• Check cleanliness of own section or station
• Service Execution
• Keep up to date with regards food products, trends and drinks methodologies required to deliver menus
• Understand and conduct all tasks in line with Food & Beverage standard operating procedures
• Take guest orders accurately and timeously and place in the system
• Explain menu items and make recommendations with regards beverage menu
• Mix drinks and present beverage in line with guest order and outlet standards
• Be attentive to guest requests
• Clear glasses after guests have completed their drinks
• Provide billing to guests
• Conduct cash-ups at the end of service
• Complete beverage stock sheets each shift
• Leverage opportunities to upsell on promotional items
• Bar Standards
• Understand and conduct all tasks in line with F&B standard operating procedures
• Be aware of and comply with health, safety, hygiene and environmental regulations in the outlets
• Use and store operating equipment in line with specifications and safety regulations
• Participate in stock takes
• Conduct daily stock counts of bar smalls
• Resolve or report on any anomalies to the required standards
• Report on any breakages at the end of the shift
• Customer Engagement
• Connect with all guests by providing them with a warm welcome, greeting them with a friendly smile, acknowledging them on arrival and departure, and ensuring respect at all times 
• Interact with guests and provide professional service standards and relevant solutions
• Identifies customers and understand their preferences
• Educate customers on business unit facilities, products, reward programme and current promotions
• Handle any customer complaints, requests and / or suggestions to resolution, escalating if necessary 

Job Requirements

Education

• Grade 12 preferred 

Experience

• 2 years previous experience as a bartender 

Skills and Knowledge

• Work conditions and special requirements 
• Ability to work shifts that meet operational requirements
• Physically able to move operating equipment
• Have an open attitude to perform similar functions in alternative outlets due to operational requirements
• Technical competencies
• Beverage / Cocktail Product Knowledge
• Barrister skills
• Operating equipment use & care
• Beverage service
• Communications skill
• Upselling skills
• Basic Computer Literacy
• Cashiering Services
• Core behavioural competencies
• Problem Solving
• Collecting Information (listening; asking questions)
• Dealing with Customers
• Checking
• Following Instructions 
• Team co-operation

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Job Purpose

• Responsible for the effective day-to-day shift management of Food & Beverage operations with specific regard to achieving profitability across F&B outlet LBDJ; maintaining products and standards of operation; maximising customer satisfaction; delivery of the F&B business objectives, and developing a cross-functional talent pipeline within food & beverage.

Key Performance Areas

Delivered F&B Plan Implementation             

• Develop outlet objectives and deliverables in line with Unit F&B strategy
• Facilitate the communication and implementation of F&B deliverables for the outlet
• Conduct risk analyses i.t.o impact on short term profit margins
• Provide clear delegation of authority and accountability for deliverables
• Manage and allocate people and operational resources 
• Communicate plans relative to promotions and strategies to relevant staff and stakeholders within the unit
• Align plans with EE, SD and procurement transformation strategies which contribute towards BBBEE targets being achieved for the property

Shift Management

• Put in place staff scheduling and duty allocations to ensure maximum coverage
• Handle shift briefings / handovers / shift reports
• Interact and be present on the floor during service to understand and assist clients with requests, special requirements, recommendations, concerns, resolution of complaints, etc.
• Manage staff appearance and floor appearance/ functioning of equipment and systems for the various outlets
• Provides feedback and reports back to management on the performance and challenges within the F&B outlets
• Manage the control of stock and operating equipment as per SOP
• Cash-ups at the end of the shift
• Completes shift reports

Product Enhancement

• Collaborate with the F&B Manager to complete a competitor analysis of food and beverage in property catchment areas including pricing comparisons
• Conduct product performance analyses / reviews and make recommendations to address opportunities and gaps
• Provide product rationalisation on a regular basis or as required
• Motivate new product enhancements
• Compile action plans for  the implementation of approved projects
• Measure ROI and performance on a regular basis

F&B Standards & Governance

• Monitor F&B standards and processes
• Align practices with new legislative compliance around health, hygiene, safety and the environment
• Implement sufficient control measures (including systems and processes) & checks within each outlet to mitigate any financial risk to the business. All staff in F&B to adhere the policy and procedures.
• Conduct weekly walkabouts of all F&B front of house and back of house areas to monitor compliance
• Encourage a waste management culture and ensure all staff are trained
• Work with internal stakeholders (maintenance, finance, HR, and security) to identify risk areas and address these 

People Management 

• Manage staff conditions of employment, e.g. attendance, absenteeism, leave, adherence to policies and procedures
• Manage productivities and payroll costs for the outlet
• Identification of employee training needs
• Perform on the job training and coaching to close developmental gaps and build succession for a talent pipeline within the outlet
• Manage employee relations within the department
• Staff communication and motivation
• Performance contracting, reviews and development
• Provides resources and removes obstacles  to performance
• Recruit and resource for talent for positions within the department
• Onboarding of new staff members

F&B Cost Controls

• Participate in the preparation of budget forecasts & controls for the outlet
• Consolidate Capex requirements for specific outlets

Guide and consolidate the completion of Cost of Sales reports including:

• Theoretical COS per outlet for food & beverage respectively.
• Recipes – Recipe links needs to be in place to ensure accuracy and legitimacy of theoretical as well as put us in a position for the theoretical to be system generated.
• Food recipe – All menu item food recipes to be reviewed and signed off and where needed recaptured into the system MC or IFS to ensure accurate food theoretical.
• Procurement – All supplier prices and supplier price quotes to be reviewed and monitored on a monthly basis going forward to ensure we monitor and track price movements to minimize input cost fluctuations.
• Cost control – oversee the conducting of accurate stock takes in line with Company process. Use stock takes variance reports to manage underperforming outlets in relation to COS

Customer Relationship Management

• Ensures that guests are treated with courtesy and respect at all times
• Interact with guests and provide professional service standards and solutions
• Handle any escalated complaints, disputes and suggestions as required
• Engage with customers and provide a customer experience within the outlet / on the floor that will support brand loyalty ensuring SI as the brand of choice
• Be present on the floor during service / promotions or functions
• Conduct staff training on product knowledge / promotions (including promotion information, functions, facilities, etc)
• Provide post-mortem feedback with regards promotions to ensure these are always relevant and effective
• Shift handover ensures that staff have sufficient insights and information with regards VIP customers visiting the property

Job Requirements

Education

• 3 year Hotel School Diploma or equivalent National Qualification at a Diploma level
• Grade 12

Experience

• 5-6 years in the Food and Beverage industry of which at least 2 years experience in a Supervisory role within the Food and Beverage environment
• Food and Beverage experience in a Hotel environment would be an advantage

Skills and Knowledge

• Planning
• Motivating others / gaining co-operation
• Decision-making
• Training; coaching; keeping abreast of new developments in field 
• Analysing / Diagnosing performance of the outlet / product performance
• Reviewing - Assessing feasibility; assessing compliance; efficiencies
• Problem-Solving

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Job Purpose

• To provide a warm and professional welcome to all spa guests while efficiently managing bookings, payments, and front desk operations. Ensure a seamless client journey by delivering excellent service and supporting smooth spa operations.

Key Performance Areas

• Greet all clients warmly, providing a professional and friendly first impression
• Answer phone calls, WhatsApp, and emails promptly, handling queries with accuracy and courtesy
• Assist guests with appointment bookings, changes, and cancellations
• Provide detailed information about spa services, promotions, and packages
• Handle guest feedback and escalate concerns to management when necessary
• Manage daily appointment schedules and update booking systems
• Process payments, issue receipts, and maintain accurate cash/credit handling
• Ensure the reception area is always tidy, stocked, and inviting
• Maintain client records and confidentiality in line with spa policies
• Assist with product sales and retail recommendations
• Track and record daily sales, bookings, and therapist schedules
• Support marketing activities such as promoting specials and loyalty programmes
• Liaise with therapists and housekeeping to ensure smooth flow of spa operations
• Collect client wellness information (e.g., allergies, medical concerns) and flag as needed before treatments
• Proactively upsell treatments and add-on services to maximise revenue per guest
• Monitor front desk retail product stock and notify management for replenishment
• Represent the brand with professionalism in appearance, communication, and behaviour

Job Requirements

Education

• Grade 12 

Experience

• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role within a spa environment

Work conditions and special requirements

• Ability to work shifts that meet operational requirements

Skills and Knowledge

• Proficiency is spa booking systems
• Knowledge of Spa services and products
• Sales & Upselling Techniques
• Communication Skills
• Appointment & Calendar management
• POS system operation and cash/credit handling processes
• Health, safety and hygiene protocols
• Client record management
• Inventory monitoring