Food and Beverage Manager

  • Organization: CIMMYT - International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center
  • Location:
  • Grade: Mid level - Mid level
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Nutrition
    • Food Security, Livestock and Livelihoods
    • Managerial positions
  • Closing Date:

Food and Beverage Manager

 

 

CIMMYT is a cutting-edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow’s problems today. It is entrusted with fostering improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South, through building strong partnerships. This combination enhances the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers, while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries. CIMMYT is a core CGIAR Research Center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

For more information, visit cimmyt.org

CIMMYT is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and service-oriented professional for the position of Food and Beverage Manager to work in BSD department in the Operations chapter.

 

The positions will be based at CIMMYT’s headquarters in Texcoco, near Mexico City.

 

Specific duties:

 

®    Oversee and coordinate all F&B outlets and services (Cafeteria, Dining Hall, Catering, Food Truck, Grocery Store, Vending Machines).

®    Manage the department’s budget, cost control, revenue, and profitability.

®    Develop and update the product and service catalog.

®    Lead menu planning and control, including nutritional information and communication materials.

®    Negotiate with suppliers and ensure timely deliveries.

®    Control inventories and fixed assets.

®    Coordinate uniforms, equipment, and work materials for staff.

®    Ensure compliance with hygiene standards and certifications (Distintivo H, safety regulations).

®    Analyze satisfaction surveys and complaints, implement improvements.

®    Propose and develop strategies to increase revenue.

®    Bachelor’s degree in Gastronomy, Hospitality Management, or related field.

®    Minimum 5 years of experience in F&B management, including multi-outlet operations.

®    Knowledge of international cuisine, service protocols, and Distintivo H.

®    Intermediate English (B1).

®    Advanced MS Office skills.

®    Strong negotiation and leadership skills.

CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package and support for continuous professional development. In addition to the provisions of the Mexican Labor Law our package of benefits includes year-end bonus (40 days), vacation premium (56%), life and medical insurance, supermarket coupons, savings fund, social Mexican benefits (IMSS, SAR / Infonavit).

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