F&B Operations Leader — Hands-On Assistant Manager

Aimbridge; Gent; Remote; EUR 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

DKV health insurance

Public transport reimbursement

Meal vouchers

Eco vouchers

Flexible schedule

Marriott/Aimbridge training

Growth opportunities

Staff discounts up to 50%

Job summary

Courtyard by Marriott Ghent is seeking an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager with a hands-on mentality to lead daily operations across Breakfast, Brasserie Stroom, and Scala Meeting & Event Center. You will coach the F&B team, maintain Marriott standards, and ensure guest satisfaction with a focus on quality and teamwork.

The role requires a strong leader who can manage schedules, inventory, and cost controls while delivering exceptional service.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role within Food & Beverage or hospitality.
• Fluency or strong capability in Dutch, English and French is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of Breakfast, Brasserie Stroom, and Scala Meeting & Event Center, ensuring smooth service and consistent quality across all outlets.
• Lead by example on the floor, supporting the team during busy moments and ensuring every guest enjoys an outstanding experience in line with Marriott brand standards.
• Coach, motivate, and guide the F&B team with hands-on training and a positive, collaborative working environment.
• Monitor guest satisfaction, follow up on feedback, and handle service issues professionally and solution-oriented.
• Safeguard compliance with hygiene, food safety, HACCP, and Marriott operational standards.
• Take the operational lead of the department in the absence of the Food & Beverage Manager.
• Support the F&B Manager with staff scheduling, team coordination, inventory management, ordering, and cost control.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team motivation

Job description

Courtyard by Marriott Ghent is seeking an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager with a hands-on mentality to lead daily operations across Breakfast, Brasserie Stroom, and Scala Meeting & Event Center. You will coach the F&B team, maintain Marriott standards, and ensure guest satisfaction with a focus on quality and teamwork.

The role requires a strong leader who can manage schedules, inventory, and cost controls while delivering exceptional service.