Food and Beverage Team Leader

Aztec Hotel & Spa; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A four-star hotel with a vibrant work environment in Bristol seeks a Food & Beverage Team Leader. The role involves leading the team to ensure high-quality service in a dynamic hospitality setting. Ideal candidates should be passionate about the food and beverage industry, with previous supervisory experience. The position offers significant training and development opportunities, along with a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Free gym membership

Discounted spa treatments

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

28 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in busy food operations with supervisory experience.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in pressurized environments.
• Ability to motivate and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Support Food and Beverage Service Manager with operations.
• Host and ensure high hospitality standards.
• Train and develop Food & Beverage team.

Skills

Self-motivation

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Guest service skills

Multitasking ability

Job description

Responsible for supporting the Food and Beverage Service Manager with the effective operation of the all Food and Beverage areas, including restaurant and bar, conference and events, delivering the highest levels of guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Hosting to the highest calibre and ensuring that all team members working in the department maintain a high level of hospitality at all times to all guests
• Ensuring the implementation of high standards of food and beverage service and high levels of product quality throughout the service periods
• Supporting the Food and Beverage Service Manager in managing the Food & Beverage team members and working closely with the kitchen team throughout service
• On-going training and development of the Food & Beverage team, to ensure high levels of service are continuously maintained

Qualifications

• You will have a genuine passion for the food and drink industry. This is a team leader role and therefore you will demonstrate high levels of both self-motivation and the ability to motivate, lead and develop a team.
• You will have exemplary guest service skills, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well with others to represent the Company and the hotel in a loyal, professional, and knowledgeable manner.
• You will have a strong work ethic and the ability to multi-task whilst working in a busy and pressurised environment. Food and Beverage Team Leader is a hands on role, so you will need to be comfortable rolling up your sleeves and getting involved with service.
• We need someone with previous experience of working within a busy food operation, with supervisory experience.

Aztec Hotel & Spa, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol, Bristol, BS32 4TS, Aztec Hotel & Spa is a four star hotel featuring an award winning spa, rosette restaurant, business facilities and comfy bedrooms. Aztec also hosts a number of weddings and events throughout the year meaning no two days are the same. Located in Almondsbury near the M5 junction, Aztec is easily commutable from the north Bristol area. Owned by Daniel Thwaites, Aztec Hotel & Spa is perfect for someone looking for a supportive work environment in a busy hospitality venue, on the fringes of the vibrant city of Bristol.

Benefits

• A fun environment where you will receive training and support to develop and progress
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• Tips paid monthly
• Free gym membership and discounted spa treatments
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Discounted accommodation, food and drink in our beautiful properties across the country
• Pension and life assurance
• Long service awards including free meals and free stays with your friends or family