Food & Beverage Manager In Training

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain seeks a Food & Beverage Manager in Training at its London location, starting between April and June 2026. This 18-month program offers hands-on experience across various F&B departments, preparing candidates for future leadership roles. Ideal applicants are recent or upcoming graduates with leadership experiences and a passion for hospitality. The position includes a competitive salary, excellent training opportunities, and various employee benefits, including career development and complimentary hotel stays.

Benefits

£28,500 basic salary plus F&B service charge

Complimentary nights at Four Seasons Hotels

Free meals while on duty

Increased holiday entitlement

Free Life Insurance

Employee parties and events

Access to Wagestream

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or upcoming graduate considered.
• Minimum one to two years' experience in hospitality or service industry.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through multiple F&B departments.
• Support daily operations in restaurants, bars, and in-room dining.
• Assist in managing service standards and guest experience.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication skills (English)

Passion for the hospitality industry

Education

Hospitality Management post-secondary program

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

About the location:

Surrounded by the capital's greenery and most coveted shopping streets, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane seamlessly balances award-winning design with the city's high notes. Take in views of Hyde Park from sun-drenched rooms and our rooftop spa, enjoy a leisurely meal on our one-of-a-kind al fresco terrace, then stroll to explore London's famous sights.

Food & Beverage Manager in Training

Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane is looking for a Food & Beverage Manager in Training to join the Food & Beverage team in 2026. Start dates for the programme will be between April and June 2026.

What is the Manager in Training (MIT) programme?

This is an 18-month rotational graduate programme designed to develop future leaders in Food & Beverage. You will gain hands-on experience across our key F&B operations, including Pavyllon, Bar Antoine, Banqueting, In-Room Dining, and Back of House, preparing you for a supervisory or assistant management position at the end of the programme.

Program Highlights

• Operational exposure and training
• Valuable management experiences
• Project work
• A buddy and a mentor
• Structured feedback throughout the programme
• Access to a peer community and networking opportunities

What you will do:

• Rotate through multiple F&B departments to gain comprehensive operational knowledge.
• Support daily operations in restaurants, bars, banqueting, and in-room dining.
• Assist in managing service standards and guest experience.
• Learn and apply Four Seasons policies, procedures, and service philosophy.
• Collaborate with department leaders on projects and initiatives.
• Participate in training sessions and leadership development activities.
• Contribute ideas to enhance guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.

What you bring:

• Upcoming or recent graduate from a Hospitality Management post-secondary program an asset. (However, graduates from all disciplines will be considered)
• Minimum one to two years' experience within the hospitality or service industry
• Ability to demonstrate leadership experience through work, extracurriculars and/or studies
• Passion to grow and develop within the industry and Four Seasons brand
• Strong communication skills (English), and additional spoken languages considered an asset

Please note that all candidates require the Right to Work in the UK without sponsorship.

Benefits

• £28,500 basic salary plus F&B service charge
• Excellent Training and Career Development opportunities
• Up to 20 complimentary nights at any Four Seasons Hotels or Resort around the world with years of service.
• Free meals at Zest while on duty including fruits, coffee/tea and ice cream available throughout the day
• Holiday entitlement increases with years of service up to 33 days off
• Free Life Insurance while on duty.
• Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential
• Season Ticket Loan & cycle to work scheme
• Free Uniform dry cleaning available
• Employee Experience: Annual Themed Employee Party and many social, charitable and sporting events throughout the year.
• Access to Wagestream – a salary advance benefit
• Employee Recognition Programmes
• & many, many more surprises to discover!

Schedule & Hours

This is a full-time position with rotational shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and occasional overnights.

Start dates

April-June 2026.

We look forward to welcoming your application!

We look forward to welcoming your application!