F&B Manager Head

Job Description

About AJA Honestly Good Food AJA is a growing premium F&B brand rooted in wellness, flavor, and design. With two successful outlets and a third opening soon, we are on a mission to become the most desirable healthy lifestyle dining brand in India. Role Overview You will be responsible for overseeing the operations of three outlets in Chandigarh, Panchkula & Mohali, ensuring operational excellence, guest satisfaction, cost efficiency, and seamless team performance. You’ll work closely with the CEO to implement systems, elevate service quality, and build a scalable, culture-driven organization. About the job Job Description: Food & Beverage Operations Position Title: Head F&B - Operations Department: Food & Beverage Reports To: CEO Location: Chandigarh Key Responsibilities Multi-Outlet Management: Lead daily operations across all outlets and the central kitchen to ensure efficiency, consistency, and high standards of execution. Team Leadership: Recruit, train, motivate, and manage outlet managers, chefs, and service teams to deliver a cohesive guest experience. Operational Systems: Implement and enforce SOPs, inventory control, hygiene standards (FSSAI compliance), and service protocols across locations. Sales & Cost Optimization: Monitor P&L, reduce wastage, optimize food cost and labour cost ratios, and ensure outlet profitability. Guest Experience: Champion a culture of excellence, warmth, and accountability in guest service. Handle escalations when needed. Collaboration: Work closely with the culinary head, marketing team, and finance to align on launches, campaigns, and product development. Reporting: Share regular performance reports with leadership and provide actionable insights from outlet data. Beverage Programme: Have understanding of coffee, wine & cocktails. Training Programme: Have to train staff for excellent guest experience. Who You Are A strong leader with 6+ years in F&B operations, preferably in premium casual or healthy dining formats. Proven experience managing multiple outlets or regions. Hands-on, detail-oriented, yet strategic thinker who understands scaling and systems. Skilled in team building, cost control, and quality assurance. Comfortable using tech tools for POS, inventory, analytics, and internal communications. Passionate about food, people, and creating spaces that customers love and teams are proud of. Why Join AJA Be part of a fast-growing, values-driven brand redefining premium healthy dining in India. Play a key leadership role during a phase of creative reinvention and expansion. Work directly with the CEO in shaping a future-ready F&B brand. Competitive salary + growth incentives + vibrant work culture Preferred Skills Experience in high-end or luxury hospitality settings. Familiarity with current F&B trends and customer preferences. Know of how health & wellness basics Know how of various cuisines across the world Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Let’s make everyday nice together.