Food & Beverage Manager - The Royal Hotel, Isle of Wight

The Royal Hotel; Ventnor; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Food & Beverage Manager to lead their front-of-house team. This hands-on leadership role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a flair for customer service. The successful candidate will oversee restaurant operations, manage staff, and ensure exceptional hospitality. With a focus on creating memorable guest experiences, this position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional development. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the hospitality sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Shared monthly tips

28 days holiday per year

Full training plan and induction

Staff loyalty discount card

Discounted car ferry travel

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar F&B or restaurant management role.
• Strong knowledge of wines, cocktails, and beverages is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the smooth running of the restaurant and bar operations.
• Train, mentor, and develop front-of-house team members.
• Liaise with the Head Chef on menus and customer feedback.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Wine Knowledge

Cocktail Creation

Communication

Job description

Food & Beverage Manager - The Royal Hotel, Isle of Wight

Food & Beverage Manager - The Royal Hotel, Isle of Wight

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The Royal Hotel – Food & Beverage Manager

The Royal Hotel is the Isle of Wight’s premier AA 4 silver star hotel, renowned for its award-winning service. We foster an environment that is formally relaxed, yet friendly and welcoming, ensuring every guest and staff member, old and new, feels part of The Royal’s family.

The Geranium Restaurant

Our award-winning Geranium Restaurant is the heart of the hotel’s dining experience and has held 2 AA Rosettes for excellent food for 30 consecutive years. Celebrated for its refined seasonal menus, elegant ambiance, and 5-star hospitality.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Food & Beverage Manager to lead our front-of-house team with energy, professionalism, and an eye for detail.

This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a flair for customer service, and inspires their team to consistently deliver exceptional hospitality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the smooth running of the Geranium restaurant during breakfast, lunch, and dinner services, as well as the daily operations in the hotel’s bar and lounges.
• Lead by example, maintaining the highest standards of service and guest care, handling guest feedback professionally and promptly.
• Schedule staff rotas for the Front of House and ensure optimal staffing levels across both departments at all times.
• Liaise with the Head Chef and senior kitchen team on menus, customer feedback and food service operations.
• Curate and evolve the wine, cocktail and drinks lists regularly.
• Managing all front of house ordering and stock levels, including overseeing regular stock takes.
• Train, mentor and develop team members in all front of house areas to achieve their full potential.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations.
• Maintain strong communication with all departments to ensure seamless operations throughout.
• Work with the duty management team, covering duty management shifts when required.

Key Attributes:

·Proven experience in a similar F&B or restaurant management role

·A hands-on approach with a strong presence on the floor

·Excellent communication and leadership skills

·A passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences

·Strong knowledge of wines, cocktails and beverages is preferable

What We Offer:

At The Royal Hotel, we pride ourselves on creating a dynamic, engaging, and supportive work environment, where staff are encouraged to thrive and develop. Our team describes the front of house operations as “friendly, structured, and professional.”

In return for your talent and dedication, we offer:

• Non-seasonal permanent position
• Shared monthly tips
• 28 days holiday per year
• A full training plan and induction
• Staff loyalty discount card
• Discounted car ferry travel

Working hours are 47.5hrs a week over a mixture of straight and split shifts, including weekends and up to 5 evenings per week.

If you are confident that your capabilities will meet these standards and you have a desire to broaden your existing skills, this is a fantastic opportunity for you. Please send your CV and covering letter to Senior Operations Manager, Paul Taylor [e-mail] .

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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