Food, Events and Beverage Manager

Scotsman; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality group in St Andrews is seeking a Food, Events and Beverage Manager to oversee food and beverage operations and event management. The role involves leading concepts, managing budgets, and ensuring outstanding guest service while focusing on student wellbeing. Candidates should have experience in large scale events and strong leadership skills. This position offers various benefits and flexible working opportunities.

Benefits

TRONC electronic tips

Wagestream flexibility

30% off food and cinema tickets

Hotel and Apartment discounts

Staff meals on duty

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in food, beverage, and large scale events management.
• Ability to work shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to guest service and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage food, beverage, and events concepts.
• Drive profitability through budget management.
• Plan and deliver a diverse events programme.
• Champion outstanding guest service and student wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership skills

Event management

Budget management

Customer service focus

Job description

About Space to Stay

The Space to Stay is a collection of premium self‑catering studios and apartments for stays in St Andrews. We offer a fully furnished ensuite accommodations, including our signature studios and a range of multi‑bedroom apartments.

The Role

As Food, Events and Beverage Manager, your role will include:

Food, Beverage & Events Operations

• Lead and manage all food, beverage, and events concepts across the campus.
• Drive profitability through effective budget management and P&L control.
• Develop menus, service styles, and event offerings to meet guest and student needs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, licensing, and health & safety regulations.

Guest Experience & Student Wellbeing

• Champion outstanding guest service.
• Ensure student wellbeing is a core focus of all operations.
• Use guest and student feedback to drive continuous improvement.

Events & Auditorium Management

• Plan and deliver a diverse events programme across the campus.
• Work with third‑party companies to deliver bespoke auditorium events.
• Oversee logistics, staffing, and supplier coordination for events.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with the Campus Management Team to deliver first‑class service.
• Identify gaps and improvement opportunities in current delivery.
• Monitor trends and best practice to enhance the campus offer.

The ideal candidate will have

• Experience in a food, beverage and large scale events management.
• Great leadership skills and enjoy working as part of a team in a social environment.
• Availability to work shifts, including evenings and weekends as per business needs.
• Commitment to guest service and student wellbeing.

What We Offer

As part of Scotsman Hospitality, you will have access to the following benefits that include:

• TRONC electronic tips – Our staff keep 100% of tips earned in venues.
• Wagestream – Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
• 30% off of food and cinema tickets in all of our venues across Scotland.
• Hotel and Apartment discounts.
• Access to Scotsman Perks Benefits Portal.
• Staff meals on duty.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Career development through our Scotsman Steps training programme.
• Head Office Development Days.
• Refer a Friend Scheme.

The Process

If you think this is the role for you then apply now and one of our friendly team will be in touch.