Food and Beverage Manager

3D Personnel; Strabane; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading prestigious luxury hotel is looking for a Food & Beverage Manager to oversee all operations within their F&B division. This senior leadership position offers an opportunity to drive excellence in service quality while managing a talented team. Experience within the premium hospitality sector is essential, along with a passion for guest satisfaction, operational excellence, and mentoring talent within a high-performing environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in senior F&B management within luxury hotels.
• Proven track record in large-scale operations and budget management.
• Strong hands-on leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage F&B operations ensuring high service standards.
• Collaborate on strategic planning and financial performance.
• Oversee cost control and supplier relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Cost Control

Guest-Centric Service

Strategic Planning

Mentoring Talent

Tools

HOTSoft

Volante

Job description

Food & Beverage Manager

Location: Derry

Job Type: Full-Time |Permanent

Job Reference: VAC-13177

Key Responsibilities

A prestigious luxury hotel known for its seamless blend of heritage charm and contemporary hospitality is currently seeking an accomplished Food & Beverage Operations Manager to lead their dynamic F&B division.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within an award-winning establishment that continues to set the standard for excellence in guest service and culinary experiences. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of food and beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, and private events—ensuring consistently high standards of service, product quality, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage F&B, driving operational excellence and exceptional guest experiences;

Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic planning, financial performance, and service innovation;

Develop and mentor a high-performing team through training, coaching, and professional development;

Oversee cost control, supplier relationships, and contract negotiations to meet financial targets;

Partner with the Executive Chef and Events team to evolve menus and deliver outstanding private dining experiences;

Ensure full compliance with licensing, health & safety, and hygiene regulations;

Candidate Profile:

Significant experience in a senior F&B management role, ideally within a 4-5 star hotel or premium hospitality group;

Proven track record in leading large-scale operations, managing budgets, and delivering guest-centric service;

Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach and passion for mentoring talent;

Commercially astute with experience in forecasting, cost control, and performance reporting;

Familiarity with hotel management systems such as HOTSoft or Volante is preferred;

In-depth knowledge of current food trends, regulatory requirements, and luxury service standards.

What You Bring

Note: Only applicants with existing legal rights to work in UK/N Ireland can be considered.

How to Apply:

Please send your full and up to date CV along with a cover note or email to our Multi-Sector team.

Please note at this time, applications can only be accepted from those who already hold legal right to work in Ireland/UK and only suitable applicants may be contacted.

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