Food and Beverage Team Leader

Thwaites; Fareham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Food & Beverage Team Leader to elevate guest experiences at their vibrant hotel. This hands-on role demands strong leadership and exceptional guest service skills, ensuring that the team delivers top-notch hospitality. With opportunities for career progression and a fun working environment, this position is perfect for those looking to thrive in the food and drink industry. Enjoy perks like a free gym membership, access to wages as you earn, and generous annual leave. Join a team that values development and camaraderie!

Benefits

Wagestream - access to wages

Monthly tips

Free gym membership

Discounted spa treatments

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Apprenticeships available

28 days annual leave

Discounted accommodation

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a busy food operation with supervisory responsibilities.
• Ability to motivate, lead, and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Food and Beverage Service Manager in operations.
• Ensure high standards of service and product quality.
• Ongoing training and development of the Food & Beverage team.

Skills

Guest Service Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Team Leadership

Multitasking

Self-Motivation

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your Food and Beverage career?

We are looking for a Food & Beverage Team Leader to join our friendly team at our busy hotel.

Your day to day

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

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

Who we are looking for

You will have a genuine passion for the food and drink industry. This is a team leader role, requiring high levels of self-motivation, as well as the ability to motivate, lead, and develop a team.

You should possess exemplary guest service skills, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well with others to represent the company and hotel professionally and knowledgeably. A strong work ethic and the ability to multitask in a busy, pressurized environment are essential.

This role is hands-on, so you must be comfortable actively participating in service.

Previous experience working within a busy food operation with supervisory responsibilities is required.

What we offer

In return, we offer a rewarding role with scope for career progression, including:

• A fun environment with training and support for development and advancement.
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them weekly.
• Monthly tips.
• 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 across our properties nationwide.
• Pension and life assurance.
• Long service awards, including free meals and stays for you and your friends or family.