Food & Beverage Manager

LGH Hotels Management Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a passionate Food and Beverage Manager to lead their dining operations. This role involves managing the main restaurant, bar, and room service, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while driving revenue growth. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, operational knowledge, and a knack for nurturing a high-performing team. Join a supportive environment that values employee development and offers a range of benefits, making it a perfect opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in the hospitality sector.

Benefits

Employee discounts on bedroom rates

Access to IHG employee room benefit programme

Shopping discounts

Eye care

Free legal & money advice

Counseling sessions

Cycle to work scheme

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a management role within the food and beverage industry.
• Strong operational knowledge and experience in budget management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all food and beverage operations at the hotel.
• Drive revenue growth and oversee labor payroll management.

Skills

Food and Beverage Management

Budget Management

Team Leadership

Operational Knowledge

Sales Driving

Numeracy Skills

Literacy Skills

Organizational Skills

Planning Skills

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Food and Beverage Manager to join our team and take charge of all food and beverage operations at our hotel. With a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences, you will be responsible for managing the main restaurant, bar, and room service.

As the Food and Beverage Manager, you will be instrumental in driving revenue growth, managing the F&B budget with accurate forecasting, and overseeing the management of labor payroll.

You will be a natural leader with a talent for providing direction to a team of passionate and dedicated food and beverage experts. You will take ownership of their ongoing development, nurturing their skills and abilities to create a high-performing team.

At the heart of all our hotels is food and beverage, and as the Food and Beverage Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our guests have a truly exceptional dining experience. With your expertise and passion for the industry, you will help to establish our hotel as a premier destination for food and beverage in the local area.

If you are a driven and experienced Food and Beverage Manager with a passion for providing exceptional guest experiences, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team. We are dedicated to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding environment where they can develop their skills and grow their careers in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
• Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (t&cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

You will have a passion for food and beverage, which goes without saying! The ideal candidate should have proven experience in a management role within the food and beverage industry and an authentic and enthusiastic approach. They should possess the ability to foster a positive culture within the team and have strong operational knowledge, commercial awareness, and experience in driving additional sales.

Additionally, the ideal candidate should be able to drive and motivate teams through periods of change and have the ability to recognize and develop future stars. They should also possess excellent numeracy and literacy skills, as well as strong organization and planning skills. Experience in budget management is essential.

Hotel

The Crowne Plaza Birmingham NEC is a remarkable 242-room hotel, ideally situated near the Genting Arena, NEC, and Birmingham International Airport. Set within scenic grounds overlooking Pentigo Lake, the hotel is just a 5-minute drive from the airport and railway station, and only 10 miles from Birmingham City Centre.

About Us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.