Food and Beverage Manager

SeeMeHired.com; Enniskillen; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Discounted stays & dining

Career progression

Training & development

Supportive environment

Relocation support

Job summary

Lough Erne Resort in Enniskillen, Northern Ireland, seeks a Food and Beverage Manager to lead the resort's luxury outlets, events, room service and dining operations. You will drive profitability, uphold exceptional service, recruit and mentor a high-performing team, and collaborate with senior management to maintain the resort's reputation for excellence.

Join a prestigious 5-star property offering relocation support up to 90 days, ongoing training, and a clear path for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a managerial role within a luxury food and beverage environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to inspire a team.
• Excellent knowledge of F&B trends, budgeting, and best practices.
• A passion for delivering exceptional service and exceeding guest expectations.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all F&B departments, ensuring smooth operations.
• Drive high service standards across outlets (restaurants, bars, events, room service).
• Develop strategies to enhance guest experience and revenue.
• Oversee menu planning, costing, and quality control to meet standards.
• Recruit, train and mentor a team of F&B professionals.
• Monitor budgets and ensure cost efficiency and profitability.
• Maintain supplier relationships for quality and sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with health, hygiene and licensing laws.
• Collaborate with other departments for seamless guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

F&B management

Budgeting

High-volume ops

Guest service

Team motivation

Evenings/weekends

Education

Hospitality management qualification

Job description

Food and Beverage Manager

Job Title: Food and Beverage Manager
Location: Lough Erne Resort, Enniskillen, Northern Ireland
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

About Lough Erne Resort:
Set amidst the stunning backdrop of the Fermanagh Lakelands, Lough Erne Resort is one of Ireland's premier luxury resorts. With its world-class facilities, including a renowned 5-star hotel, two championship golf courses, the Thai Spa, and award-winning restaurants, Lough Erne offers an exceptional experience for guests and team members alike.

We are looking for an exceptional Food and Beverage Manager to lead our talented and dedicated F&B team. If you have a passion for hospitality, a flair for delivering outstanding service, and experience in managing high-end F&B operations, we want to hear from you!

Please note you must have full UK right to work to be considered for this role

About the role

Role Overview:
As the Food and Beverage Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire food and beverage operations at the resort. From managing daily operations to ensuring exceptional guest experiences, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the resort’s reputation for excellence. You will also collaborate with senior management to drive profitability, deliver a consistently high standard of service, and motivate a dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all food and beverage departments, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.

• Drive and maintain high standards of service across all outlets (restaurants, bars, events, room service).

• Develop and implement innovative strategies to enhance guest experience and increase revenue.

• Oversee menu planning, costing, and quality control in line with Lough Erne's high standards.

• Recruit, train, and mentor a team of F&B professionals, ensuring they deliver exceptional service.

• Monitor and manage the department’s budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and profitability.

• Liaise with suppliers and vendors to maintain quality and sustainability in product sourcing.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety, hygiene, and licensing laws.

• Build strong working relationships with other departments to provide a seamless guest experience.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a managerial role within a luxury food and beverage environment.

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.

• Excellent knowledge of food and beverage trends, operational best practices, and budgeting.

• A passion for delivering exceptional service and exceeding guest expectations.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

• A relevant qualification in hospitality management is desirable.

Why Join Us?
At Lough Erne Resort, we believe in investing in our team members. As a part of our family, you will receive:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

• Discounted stays and dining experiences

• Opportunities for career progression within a luxury hospitality brand

• Ongoing training and development to support your professional growth

• A supportive and dynamic working environment where your ideas and initiatives are valued

• Relocation Support up to 90 days to support your relocation to Fermanagh

About the company

Winner of Hotel of the Year, Lough Erne Resort, is a luxurious 5-Star hotel in Enniskillen, the gateway to North West Ireland. Nestled on a 600 acre peninsula with spectacular views of the Fermanagh Lakelands and The Faldo Course, it's clear to see why Lough Erne Resort is renowned as one of the finest 5 Star hotels Northern Ireland has to offer.