Food and Beverage Manager

Posted 04 August 2025
LocationSaint Albans
Job type Permanent
Discipline Catering
ReferenceJ1932

Job description

Food & Beverage Manager – Luxury Hotel & Spa
Hertfordshire

£50,000 + Benefits

Full-Time

A luxury hotel and spa are seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Manager to oversee the Brasserie, Terrace, Conservatory Bar, and Room Service operations. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who is guest-focused, operationally strong, and passionate about high standards.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead, train, and develop the F&B team across all outlets
  • Deliver engaging daily briefings, staff rotas, and performance reviews
  • Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture

Guest Experience

  • Ensure consistent 5-star service across all touchpoints
  • Handle guest feedback and complaints professionally, following up with effective solutions
  • Oversee VIP arrivals and special requests to ensure personalised service

Operations & Compliance

  • Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, cleanliness, and health & safety compliance
  • Uphold all SOPs, legal requirements, and food hygiene regulations
  • Monitor and maintain venue presentation standards at all times

Financial & Strategic Management

  • Drive revenue through effective sales strategies and guest engagement
  • Monitor payroll, budgets, and cost control, reporting regularly to senior management
  • Collaborate with the kitchen and other departments to ensure smooth, profitable service

Service Excellence

  • Be a visible presence during peak service times
  • Ensure all team members deliver exceptional customer service
  • Monitor and maintain standards for setup, service delivery, and closure

 

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven F&B management experience in a luxury hotel or similar environment
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with rotas, budgeting, team development, and service delivery
  • Knowledge of food safety, licensing laws, and hospitality best practices

 

Perks & Benefits:

  • Staff meals, birthday day off, spa & dining discounts
  • Hotel perks through partner affiliations
  • Career development opportunities in a growing, reputable establishment

 

Ready to lead with excellence? Apply now.