Food & Beverage Manager - Branded Hotel in Reading

COREcruitment; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hotel management company is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Manager for a branded hotel in Reading. You'll oversee F&B operations and lead a motivated team to enhance guest experiences. The ideal candidate has proven experience in high-volume settings and excellent communication skills. This role offers a salary of up to £45,000 plus bonuses.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an F&B Manager or strong Assistant F&B Manager.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to inspire a team.
• Commercially focused with a track record of delivering revenue targets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the hotel’s restaurant, bar, and event spaces.
• Lead, train, and motivate the F&B team to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Drive revenue growth through innovative promotions and upselling.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Revenue growth

Organizational skills

Guest service

Job description

Food & Beverage Manager – Branded Hotel in Reading

Location: Reading
Salary: Up to £45,000 + Bonus

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Food & Beverage Manager to lead the F&B operations of a well-known branded hotel in Reading. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven hospitality professional to make their mark within a high-performing team while working for a respected hotel brand.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the hotel’s restaurant, bar, and event spaces.
• Lead, train, and motivate the F&B team to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Drive revenue growth through innovative promotions, upselling, and excellent service standards.
• Ensure compliance with brand standards, health & safety, and licensing regulations.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost controls to maximise profitability.
• Work closely with the senior leadership team to develop and deliver strategic goals.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an F&B Manager (or strong Assistant F&B Manager ready to step up) within a branded hotel or high-volume operation.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
• Commercially focused, with a track record of delivering revenue and profit targets.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Passionate about guest service, with a keen eye for detail.