Assistant F&B Manager — Lead Guest Experience

Thwaites; Fareham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% wage access (Stream)

Tips paid monthly

Free gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Apprenticeships available

28 days annual leave

Discounted accommodation, food anddrin

Pension and life assurance

Long service awards

Job summary

Thwaites is seeking a passionate Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to lead the F&B operations across restaurant, bar, room service, conferences and events. You will coach the team, manage budgets, drive guest satisfaction and upsell, while delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

The role offers opportunities for development within our growing portfolio of properties and events, with a focus on delivering memorable experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• Experience leading in high-end hospitality environments.
• Proven ability to manage diverse F&B operations.
• Strong leadership and customer-service focus.

Responsibilities

• Support management in running restaurant, bar, room service, conferences and events.
• Lead daily briefings and ensure cross-department communication.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences with quality and consistency.
• Inspire and coach the F&B team to high standards.
• Monitor budgets, stock, and labour costs; drive upselling.
• Foster a culture of warm hospitality and professionalism.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People management

Cost control

Revenue growth

Guest service

Event management

Upselling

Job description

Thwaites is seeking a passionate Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to lead the F&B operations across restaurant, bar, room service, conferences and events. You will coach the team, manage budgets, drive guest satisfaction and upsell, while delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

The role offers opportunities for development within our growing portfolio of properties and events, with a focus on delivering memorable experiences for guests.