Food & Beverage Manager

Peoplebank; Guildford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel management company is seeking a passionate Food and Beverage Manager to oversee culinary operations at their Guildford location. The role includes managing a restaurant, bar, and room service, ensuring outstanding guest experiences. Ideal candidates will have experience in hospitality management, focusing on revenue growth and team development. Join a dynamic environment with a commitment to excellence and creativity in the UK's hospitality sector.

Benefits

Employee discounts on hotel stays

Access to IHG employee benefits

Shopping discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Qualifications

• Passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences.
• Proven experience in managing food and beverage operations.
• Skilled in driving revenue growth and managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth and manage the F&B budget.
• Provide direction to a dedicated food and beverage team.
• Ensure guests enjoy exceptional dining experiences.

Skills

Leading teams

Budget management

Customer service

Detail-oriented

Innovative thinking

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced Food and Beverage Manager ready to take the reins of our hotel's culinary operations? We're looking for someone who thrives on delivering exceptional guest experiences and can manage our main restaurant, bar, and room service with flair.

What You'll Do

• Lead with Passion: Drive revenue growth, manage the F&B budget with precision, and oversee labor payroll management.
• Inspire Excellence: Provide direction to a team of dedicated food and beverage experts, nurturing their skills and fostering a high-performing team.
• Create Memorable Experiences: Ensure our guests enjoy truly exceptional dining experiences, establishing our hotel as a premier food and beverage destination in the local area.
• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
• Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about Hospitality: Someone who genuinely loves creating exceptional guest experiences and has a deep understanding of the food and beverage industry.
• Experienced Leader: A natural leader with proven experience in managing food and beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, and room service.
• Revenue-Driven: Skilled in driving revenue growth, managing budgets, and overseeing labor payroll with accurate forecasting.
• Team-Oriented: Capable of providing direction and nurturing the development of a dedicated team, fostering a high-performing environment.
• Detail-Oriented: Focused on maintaining high standards of presentation and service, ensuring every guest has a memorable dining experience.
• Innovative: Able to bring fresh ideas and creativity to the role, enhancing the hotel's reputation as a premier food and beverage destination.

Hotel

The Holiday Inn Guildford Hotel is conveniently situated less than two miles from the heart of Guildford, just a quick 10-minute drive to the city center. Guildford station is approximately a mile away, offering a 30-minute train journey to London.

Our hotel features 168 bedrooms, a top-notch conference center with 15 versatile meeting rooms, a charming bar, an excellent restaurant, and a spacious suite for weddings and special events.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.