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

The Royal Hotel; Ventnor; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier hotel on the Isle of Wight seeks a passionate Food & Beverage Manager to lead its front-of-house team. This hands-on role involves overseeing restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional service, and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong presence on the floor. The hotel offers a supportive work environment, competitive pay, and various benefits.

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 Geranium restaurant and hotel bar.
• Train, mentor and develop team members in front of house areas.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer Service

Hospitality

Job description

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

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] .

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