Assistant Food & Beverage Manager
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and motivated Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to join a beautiful luxury boutique hotel in the heart of the Lake District. Renowned for its warm hospitality, exceptional dining experiences and attention to detail, this intimate country house setting offers the perfect environment for someone who genuinely loves looking after guests and delivering memorable service.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious hospitality professional looking to take the next step in their management career. Working closely with the Food & Beverage Manager, you will play an important role in overseeing daily operations, supporting and developing a close-knit team and ensuring every guest receives a consistently exceptional experience.
Please note that this role does not provide Sponsorship, to apply you will need a full British Passport or the right to work in the UK.
Assistant Food & Beverage Manager Ideal Profile:
- Previous supervisory or management experience within a quality hotel, restaurant or similar hospitality environment, ideally with exposure to luxury or fine dining service
- A genuine passion for food, wine and hospitality, with enthusiasm for delivering memorable dining experiences and maintaining exceptional standards
- A confident and approachable leader who enjoys motivating, supporting and developing a team while creating a positive working environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with guests, colleagues and other departments
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the confidence to manage busy services while maintaining a calm and professional approach
- A proactive, flexible and hands on attitude, with a willingness to take ownership, solve problems and support the wider operation wherever needed
Benefits:
- Live in accommodation available
- Opportunity to work within a luxury boutique country house hotel
- Supportive and welcoming working environment
- Opportunity for career progression and professional development
- Work in one of the UK’s most beautiful countryside locations
- Develop your leadership skills within a quality focused hospitality operation
- Work closely with an experienced Food & Beverage Manager
Assistant Food & Beverage Manager Responsibilities:
- Support the Food & Beverage Manager in overseeing the daily operation of the restaurant and beverage service, ensuring a smooth and consistently high standard of hospitality
- Lead by example during service, providing guidance and support to the team while creating a professional, welcoming and guest focused environment
- Assist with training, coaching and developing team members, helping to build confidence, improve service knowledge and maintain consistently excellent standards
- Take an active role in managing the guest journey, from initial welcome through to departure, anticipating individual needs and ensuring every experience feels personal and memorable
- Work closely with the kitchen and wider hotel departments to coordinate service, communicate guest requirements and ensure the smooth delivery of food and beverage experiences
- Support the organisation of daily service, team duties and operational priorities, maintaining excellent presentation, cleanliness and attention to detail throughout all food and beverage areas
