F&B Manager

Clermont Hotel Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Healthcare

Staff meals

Wellbeing support

Job summary

The Royal Horseguards hotel is seeking an inspirational F&B Manager to oversee all dining operations including Restaurant, Meetings & Events, Breakfast and In-Room Dining. You will lead a diverse team, drive guest satisfaction and protect brand standards in a busy London venue.

You'll work with events, sales and front-of-house teams to ensure excellent service, mentor staff, manage budgets and forecast revenue, while promoting a collaborative culture that values every team member.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead a restaurant, meetings & events, breakfast and in-room dining teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dynamic team to deliver memorable guest experiences across all outlets.
• Recruit, train and develop staff; manage budgets and forecast revenue.

Skills

Creative leadership

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Forecasting & analytics

Guest service excellence

Commercial awareness

Team motivation

Job description

The Royal Horseguards is a beautiful 5 star hotel overlooking the River Thames, close to The Embankment and Trafalgar Square. The hotel has 282 bedrooms, restaurant, bar and terrace area as well as exceptional banqueting facilities at one of London's most prestigious conference and banqueting venues, One Whitehall Place.

What you’ll be doing

As F&B Manager, you bring energy, adaptability, and a hands-on approach to each day, ensuring smooth operations across all Restaurant, Meetings & Events areas, Breakfast, and In-Room Dining. No two days are the same, and you will lead a dynamic team with creativity, focusing on excellent guest experiences and maintaining the high standards our guests expect. Your role is pivotal in fostering positive client relationships, promoting our M&E spaces, and driving future business through return guests in our outlets.

In this role, you will work closely with both the events, sales and front of house teams to ensure clear communication, exceptional service, above all, memorable dining experiences. Responsible for recruitment, training, and development, you will shape a collaborative, engaging, and inclusive team environment. You will manage department budgets, forecast sales and revenue, and keep an eye on trends to spot new opportunities, all while aligning with the F&B Director/Hotel Manager to create a workplace that values every team member’s contributions.

What you’ll bring

We seek a bold, adaptable, and real leader who is passionate about delivering excellence and creating memorable guest experiences:

• Creative leadership that inspires and motivates your team
• A focus on details and the ability to elevate guest experiences through thoughtful touches
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with sales and event operations
• Analytical mindset with the ability to plan, forecast, and drive revenue
• Strong focus on quality and maintaining high standards throughout all services
• Commercial awareness to drive business and understand trends in hospitality
• Passion for guest service, with a proactive approach to resolving any challenges.

What you’ll get in return

As well as all the things you'd expect from us, such as great staff areas to recharge in, wholesome meals on duty, pension and healthcare schemes, we’ll take care of you at every step of your journey so that you can take care of our guests.

In fact, we’re so committed to this that our ‘People Promise’ sets out how you can expect us to support you at every step of your application and your career with us. Whether that’s your career development and progression, your physical, mental or financial wellbeing, and recognising (and rewarding!) a job well done.

Career Development & Growth - We’re here to support your journey, whatever that may look like. Our award-winning Academy will help you navigate your tailored career pathway with the tools and development designed for you to grow and to unlock your unique potential.

Financial Wellbeing – You work hard, so we’ll always help your money work hard for you! Some of the great things you can take advantage of include:

• Wage Stream – You’ll be paid monthly, but have access to your earned salary before payday should you need it
• Discounts & Perks – Savings on 1000’s of retailers, dining, hotel stays, and much more for you and those close to you
• Refer a Friend – Earn up to £1000 when friends join our team
• Interest-Free Loans – Season ticket loans to make commuting easier

Mental & Physical Well-being - We’re here to support your well-being, whenever and wherever you need it.

• On-Site Mental Health First Aiders
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Line – Free, confidential advice
• Be Well Platform – Our Online fitness and wellness resources
• Gym Discounts & Cycle to Work Scheme

Recognition & Community – We’re proud of everything we achieve, so we always celebrate our extraordinary team and culture.

• ‘Wonderful People’ Awards – Monthly, quarterly, and annual recognition
• Social & Seasonal Events – Fun, inclusive celebrations
• People Council – A platform for every voice
• Paid Volunteering Days – Give back to causes close to you

At Clermont Hotel Group everyone is welcome. We are committed to having an inclusive and diverse workplace and strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, identities and experiences to apply for roles with us.