Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

Eden Hotel Collection; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Cheltenham is seeking an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to inspire and lead a team in delivering exceptional service. Candidates should have supervisory experience in a fine dining environment and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. This role offers generous benefits, including time off, health plans, and employee recognition programs.

Benefits

Generous Time Off

Monthly Tips

Health & Wellness Plans

Exclusive EHC Perks

Free parking

Meals on duty

Qualifications

• Professional and dedicated to first class guest experiences.
• Experience leading teams of 10+ members.
• Previous supervisory experience in a fine dining environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the F&B team and deliver memorable service.
• Ensure the department is prepared and organized.
• Assist in ensuring guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Knowledge of hospitality

Ability to work in fast paced environment

Job description

** We’re proud winners of the AA Small Hotel Group of the year 2024-25, rated as a Top 30 Best Place to Work in Hospitality 2024 by The Caterer, and recently crowned Best Employer at the Springboard Awards for Excellence**

What you’ll be doing?

As Assistant Food & Beverage Manager, you will work alongside the F&B Management team tosupport the team and lead by example by delivering friendly, professional, and memorable service to all our guests.

You will inspire the team with clarity and confidence, ensuring the department is prepared and organised whilst also assisting the Managers with ensuring all guests are happy and receiving the best possible service.

What you’ll need to be a great Manager?

• To be professional, knowledgeable and dedicated to delivering first class experiences to guests; high standards will be second nature to you;
• The ability to lead a team of between 10+ team members, demonstrating strong leadership skills;
• Excellent communication skills, and level of English – both written and spoken; with the confidence to build relationships with the wider hotel team and guests;
• To enjoy working in a fast paced environment with a ‘can do’ attitude & to love the buzz of being busy;
• You will have previous restaurant experience in the hospitality industry at Supervisory level, ideally within a fine dining environment.

What’s in it for you?

At Eden Hotel Collection, we’re proud of our award-winning approach to employee wellbeing, engagement, and recognition (with industry award wins in both 2023 and 2024!)—which means you’re joining a team that values your happiness, growth, and success every step of the way.

• Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.
• Monthly Tips: Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, all paid on second paydate in the month.
• Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, and utilities.
• Wellbeing Center: Access to Hello Fresh recipes, fitness videos, and financial planning tools.
• Health & Wellness Plans: Dental, vision, alternative care, and 24/7 GP access.
• Sustainable Commuting: Cycle-to-Work and Electric Vehicle Leasing options.
• Exclusive EHC Perks: Discounted stays, spa treatments, golf, and leisure at our properties.
• The Happy Hub: Our reward and recognition platform where you can send peer-to-peer cards, earn monetary rewards, be celebrated as Employee of the Month, and receive long-service vouchers.
• Genuine Wellbeing Support: We’re here to support your financial, mental, and physical wellbeing both via our supportive teams and Hospitality Action.
• Employee Comm’s: Stay connected through Eden Engage for all the latest team news.
• Grow with Eden: Develop with us through apprenticeships and leadership programs like RISE & THRIVE.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced leave and return-to-work financial support for life’s key moments.
• Everyday Essentials: Free parking, meals on duty, uniform provided and a footwear allowance.

A Culture of Collaboration and Care

We work together to create a truly inclusive workplace, where your voice matters, and real change happens:

• Your Voice Matters: Regular surveys that valueyourinput.
• Real Action: “You said, we did”—because we listen and respond.
• Sustainability Focus: Employee champions at every hotel and HQ.

We’re proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, and our team is always at the heart of what we do, guided by our values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit, and Team.

Our commitment to equity means we welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we encourage applications from all communities, including underrepresented groups, parents, people living with disabilities, and those bringing diverse perspectives. Join us to experience what it means to work for a values-led, award-winning employer.

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