Food & Beverage Operations Manager

3dpersonnels; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious hotel as a Food & Beverage Manager leading a dynamic F&B team. Oversee multiple dining outlets, ensuring exceptional service and operational efficiency. This role offers the opportunity to shape an acclaimed dining experience while collaborating with senior leadership in a well-respected venue.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive senior leadership

Investment in staff development

Qualifications

• Experience in 4 or 5-star hotel or premium venue.
• Strong operational leadership with a hands-on approach.
• Proven record in high-quality service delivery and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the F&B team to exceed guest expectations.
• Collaborate on strategy and manage performance.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, health & safety, and hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Customer Service

Food Trends Knowledge

Education

Senior F&B Management Experience

Tools

HOTSoft

Volante

Job description

Join a Prestigious Hotel & Lead a Best in Class F&B Team

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for premium hospitality?
An award-winning hotel—renowned for its elegant heritage and contemporary flair—is seeking a Food & Beverage Manager to take the reins of its thriving F&B division.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role within one of Northern Ireland’s most celebrated hospitality destinations. You’ll oversee the seamless delivery of exceptional dining experiences across restaurant and bar, championing excellence in service, innovation, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and inspire the F&B team to consistently exceed guest expectations

Collaborate with senior leadership on strategy, performance, and innovation

Oversee multiple outlets including fine dining, bars, and event catering

Ensure cost control and profitability through effective supplier partnerships

Work closely with the Head Chef and Events Team to deliver memorable culinary and private dining experiences

Maintain full compliance with licensing, health & safety, and hygiene standards

About You

Senior F&B management experience within a 4 or 5-star hotel or premium venue

A strong operational leader with a hands-on approach and a passion for mentoring

Proven track record in delivering high-quality service while managing budgets and KPIs

Commercially savvy—comfortable with forecasting, reporting, and driving revenue

Familiarity with systems like HOTSoft or Volante (desirable)

Up-to-date knowledge of current food trends and luxury service expectations

What’s on Offer

A leadership role in a highly respected and beautifully appointed venue

The opportunity to shape and evolve an acclaimed F&B operation

Supportive senior leadership and strong investment in staff development

Competitive salary and benefits package (details on application)

How to Apply

If you’re ready to lead with passion and elevate an already exceptional F&B offering, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your up-to-date CV and a brief cover note to our Multi-Sector recruitment team.

Note: Only applicants with existing legal rights to work in the UK/Northern Ireland can be considered at this time.

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