F&B Manager — Luxury Hotel, Staff Discounts & Growth

Crowne Plaza Hotel; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & Beverage Discounts

Employee Discount Rates

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Crowne Plaza Reading is seeking a passionate, commercially minded Food & Beverage Manager to lead our F&B operation, including restaurant, bar, lounge, meetings and events, and room service. You will work closely with the Head Chef and the wider hotel leadership team to deliver outstanding service that reflects the Crowne Plaza brand standards.

The role requires a proven track record in hotel F&B leadership, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to drive revenue while developing

Qualifications

• Experience as Food & Beverage Manager or senior F&B leader in a hotel.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the Food & Beverage team to deliver exceptional service standards.
• Manage day-to-day operation of all F&B outlets, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Drive revenue, profitability, and guest satisfaction across all food and beverage areas.
• Monitor labour costs, payroll, stock control and departmental budgets.
• Work closely with Head Chef and hotel leadership to develop innovative offerings and promotions.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, licensing, and company policies.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, training and succession planning within the department.
• Review guest feedback and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support conference, event and wedding operations to ensure excellent delivery.

Job description

Crowne Plaza Reading is seeking a passionate, commercially minded Food & Beverage Manager to lead our F&B operation, including restaurant, bar, lounge, meetings and events, and room service. You will work closely with the Head Chef and the wider hotel leadership team to deliver outstanding service that reflects the Crowne Plaza brand standards.

The role requires a proven track record in hotel F&B leadership, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to drive revenue while developing