Assistant F&B Manager

Leonardo Hotels; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Special hotel room rates UK & Europe

Company-wide recognition scheme

Talent referral scheme

Thank You Week programmes

Wellbeing Calendar

Ongoing job-related training

Job summary

Leonardo Hotels in Greater London is seeking an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to support strategic F&B initiatives and supervise daily operations. You will lead a vibrant team, motivate staff, and ensure memorable guest experiences in line with our service standards.

You will work closely with the Head of Department to manage daily operations, deliver service excellence, and drive guest satisfaction across the hotel.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality management preferred.
• Strong leadership & communication skills required.
• Ability to motivate and develop a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and let your personality shine through.
• Organise and support during events to help create memorable moments.
• Keep team morale high, especially during busy periods.
• Be visible on the floor so the team knows you have their back.
• Support the Food and Beverage Manager with management of the wider team.

Skills

Team leadership

Guest service

Event coordination

Floor presence

Job description

Be Yourself – Be a Bold Team Player – Be Leonardo
Once you’re part of the team, you’re part of the Leonardo community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland!

The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager will support the strategic initiatives and objectives of the Food & Beverage department, as well as supervising day to day operations. All members of the department work together to create memorable moments for guests, in line with both company and hotel-specific service standards, and collaborate closely with other departments within the hotel. You will act as an ambassador for your own hotel and the wider Leonardo Hotels estate, demonstrating the company vision, mission and values. At all times, you will treat others around you with respect, dignity and fairness.
You’ll be the backbone of the team as Assistant Food & Beverage Manager, as you’ll be working with your Head of Department to motivate the team, ensuring that all guests have memorable experiences with us. Take a deep breath because you’ll be stepping into a busy role! You’ll be managing daily operations, supervising service delivery and inspiring a vibrant team to exceed our guests’ expectations.

If you’re our ideal Assistant Food & Beverage Manager, you will:

• Lead by example and let your personality shine through
• Be creative and bring ideas to the table
• Organise and support during events to help create those memorable moments
• Keep the team morale high, especially when things get busy!
• Be visible on the floor, so that the team knows you’ve got their backs
• Support the Food and Beverage Manager with management of the wider team: this could include reviews and coffee catch ups

INDLH

Some of the perks our Assistant F&B Manager could enjoy include:

• Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe
• Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops
• Talent referral scheme
• Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!
• Wellbeing Calendar
• Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression

We’re committed to creating a workplace where every individual—regardless of background, identity, or lived experience is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.

Why come join us as a Assistant F&B Manager?

We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Our regular Learning Bites, “Come Join Us Guest Care” training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top‑n