Events F&B Operations Manager

Bamford Limited; Daylesford; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury events company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Events F&B Operations Manager to oversee all food and beverage operations at Daylesford Farm. The ideal candidate will manage event service, maintaining high operational standards and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. This role requires strong leadership skills and a passion for hospitality. A competitive salary of £45,000 per annum is offered, along with various perks such as discounts, volunteering days, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Discounts on products and dining experiences

Paid volunteering day per year

Subsidised private medical insurance

Pension scheme contributions

Life assurance cover

24-hour mental health support

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in a Food & Beverage Operations role, ideally within luxury events.
• Strong operational knowledge of food and beverage service at scale.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food and beverage operations for public and private events.
• Manage event service, coordinating with kitchens and front-of-house teams.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and brand standards.

Skills

Experience in Food & Beverage Operations

Strong operational knowledge of food and beverage service

Inventory and stock control management

Excellent organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Proactive approach to hospitality

Project management skills

Client-facing abilities

Passion for luxury experiences and service

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Events F&B Operations Manager responsible for leading and overseeing all food and beverage operations for public and private events at Daylesford Farm.

This exciting role ensures the seamless delivery of exceptional guest experiences by managing event service, coordinating with our kitchens and front-of-house teams, maintaining high standards of presentation, timing, and operational efficiency.

You will need to be a key operational leader, accountable for the preparation, staging, and management of all event equipment and service kits, as well as the smooth flow of food and beverage service during events, acting as a central link between chefs, service teams, and management, ensuring adherence to allergy procedures, health and safety standards, and Bamford Collection brand values.

This role will be based at the Daylesford Farm in Gloucestershire.

40 hours per week and may include some weekends.

Salary £45,000 per annum dependant on experience.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on, proactive approach to operational management, a strong focus on detail, and the ability to represent the Bamford Collection brand to guests, suppliers, and colleagues, ensuring every event reflects the company’s ethos of quality, hospitality, and excellence.

• Deliver exceptional food and beverage experiences at public and private events, ensuring every detail reflects the Bamford Collection’s standards of excellence.

• Lead and inspire on-site teams to create seamless, memorable events, providing guidance, support, and a polished guest experience.

• Collaborate closely with chefs to curate menus that celebrate quality, seasonality, and sustainability, while expertly managing dietary and allergen requirements.

• Oversee inventory, equipment, and financial processes with precision, ensuring every aspect of event operations runs smoothly and efficiently.

• Act as a key operational partner to internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders, ensuring events are flawlessly executed from planning through to completion.

• Champion compliance with food safety, health & safety, licensing, and fire regulations, maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, organisation, and operational excellence.

• Embody the Bamford Collection’s ethos in every interaction, representing the brand with professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail.

Skills you will bring

• 2-3 years’ experience in a Food & Beverage Operations role, ideally within luxury events, hospitality, or luxury venues

• Strong operational knowledge of food and beverage service at scale

• Experience managing inventory, equipment, and stock control

• Excellent organisational and planning skills with strong attention to detail

• Ability to work calmly and effectively in a fast-paced, event-driven environment

• Confident communicator with a calm, professional approach under pressure.

• A hands-on, proactive approach with a genuine passion for hospitality

• Excellent organisational and project management skills.

• Strong client-facing and relationship management abilities.

• Passionate about luxury experiences, quality, and service.

Perks and Benefits

• Discounts: We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and diningexperiences from day one.

• Volunteering Days: Employees are offered one paid day per year to volunteer with acharity of their choice.

• Private Medical: We offer subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.

• Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; wecontribute up to 4.5%.

• Life Assurance: We offer life assurance cover, equivalent of up to a year of your annual salary.

• Mental Health Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24-hour support, seven days a week.