Junior F&B Manager

Aramark; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £28,934.16 per year

Career progression

Merlin Magic Pass

Free staff parking

Employee benefits app

Training and development

Social team activities

Job summary

Aramark at Chessington World of Adventures in Greater London is seeking a Junior F&B Manager to lead fast‑paced restaurants and food units, ensuring service excellence during peak periods and maintaining brand standards.

You will manage schedules, coach teams, handle guest enquiries, and uphold food safety and quality. This role offers career progression, a generous annual salary of £28,934.16, staff parking, and access to company benefits and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in food and beverage, hospitality, catering or retail.
• Experience in leading or supervising teams.
• Hands-on, organized and calm under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and a flexible approach to working hours.

Responsibilities

• Managing restaurants and food units during service.
• Assigning and supporting team members in their roles.
• Organising schedules and daily staffing requirements.
• Delivering excellent customer service and handling guest enquiries or complaints.
• Training staff to follow procedures and brand standards.
• Maintaining food safety, hygiene and quality standards.
• Opening and closing units, including cash handling and cashing up.

Skills

F&B Leadership

Team Management

Customer Service

Communication

Food Safety

Job description

Step Into the Action as a Junior F&B Manager

Are you ready to take your Food & Beverage career to the next level in one of the UK's most exciting attractions? We're looking for a passionate, driven, Junior F&B Manager to join our high-energy Food & Beverage team at Chessington World of Adventures.

This is your chance to be part of something truly special - working at a major UK theme park that welcomes thousands of guests during peak season. Every day is fast-paced, fun, and packed with adventure as you help deliver fantastic food and unforgettable service to guests enjoying an action-packed day.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

Alongside the excitement of working at an iconic resort, you'll enjoy a fantastic benefits package, including:

• £28,934.16 per year on a permanent contract
• Excellent career progression - we love to promote from within
• Merlin Magic Pass (worth £1000) after qualifying, giving you and your friends and family amazing discounts across Merlin Entertainments attractions
• Free staff parking
• Employee benefits app offering discounts, online GP access, mental health support, and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and development - this could be the start of an exciting hospitality career
• A supportive, social team with great out-of-work activities

The Role

As a Junior F&B Manager you'll be right at the heart of the operation, ensuring our restaurants and food units run smoothly during busy service periods. This is a fast-paced, high-energy role where strong leadership and organisation are key.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Managing restaurants and food units during service
• Assigning and supporting team members in their roles
• Organising schedules and daily staffing requirements
• Delivering excellent customer service and handling guest enquiries or complaints
• Training staff to follow procedures and brand standards
• Maintaining food safety, hygiene and quality standards
• Opening and closing units, including cash handling and cashing up

What We're Looking For

You'll be set up for success if you:

• Have experience in food and beverage, hospitality, catering or retail
• Have experience in leading or supervising teams
• Are hands-on, organized and calm under pressure
• Have strong communication skills and a flexible approach to working hours

About Aramark

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail] Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential