Food & Beverage Manager Food & Beverage Manager

Holiday Inn Guildford; Guildford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality hotel in Guildford is seeking an experienced Food and Beverage Manager to oversee culinary operations. This role requires a passion for guest experiences, proven leadership abilities, and expertise in financial management of food and beverage services. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the hotel's reputation as a premier destination for dining and hospitality with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Employee discounts on hotel rates

Access to IHG employee room benefit programme

Shopping discounts

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Qualifications

• Passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences.
• Proven experience in managing food and beverage operations.
• Strong understanding of revenue growth and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food and beverage operations at the hotel.
• Drive revenue growth and manage F&B budget.
• Inspire and lead a team of food and beverage experts.

Skills

Team leadership

Financial management

Customer service

Culinary creativity

Job description

Overview

Are you a passionate and experienced Food and Beverage Manager ready to take the reins of our hotel's culinary operations? We're looking for someone who thrives on delivering exceptional guest experiences and can manage our main restaurant, bar, and room service with flair.

Responsibilities

• Lead with Passion: Drive revenue growth, manage the F&B budget with precision, and oversee labor payroll management.
• Inspire Excellence: Provide direction to a team of dedicated food and beverage experts, nurturing their skills and fostering a high-performing team.
• Create Memorable Experiences: Ensure our guests enjoy truly exceptional dining experiences, establishing our hotel as a premier food and beverage destination in the local area.
• Passionate about Hospitality: Someone who genuinely loves creating exceptional guest experiences and has a deep understanding of the food and beverage industry.
• Experienced Leader: A natural leader with proven experience in managing food and beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, and room service.
• Revenue-Driven: Skilled in driving revenue growth, managing budgets, and overseeing labor payroll with accurate forecasting.
• Team-Oriented: Capable of providing direction and nurturing the development of a dedicated team, fostering a high-performing environment.
• Detail-Oriented: Focused on maintaining high standards of presentation and service, ensuring every guest has a memorable dining experience.
• Innovative: Able to bring fresh ideas and creativity to the role, enhancing the hotel's reputation as a premier food and beverage destination.

About LGH Hotels Management / The Holiday Inn Guildford

The Holiday Inn Guildford Hotel is conveniently situated less than two miles from the heart of Guildford, just a quick 10-minute drive to the city center. Guildford station is approximately a mile away, offering a 30-minute train journey to London.

Our hotel features 168 bedrooms, a top-notch conference center with 15 versatile meeting rooms, a charming bar, an excellent restaurant, and a spacious suite for weddings and special events.

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.

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
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• 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