The Role

We’re looking for an experienced and highly organised Food & Beverage Manager to lead our restaurant, bar, and banqueting operations. You’ll be responsible for ensuring exceptional service standards across all food and beverage areas, managing a motivated team, and delivering a seamless experience for every guest.

From planning staffing rotas and overseeing compliance to driving operational efficiency and guest satisfaction, this is a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced, high-standard environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing day-to-day operations of the hotel’s bars, restaurant, and banqueting facilities.
• Leading, training, and motivating the food and beverage team to deliver outstanding service.
• Planning and managing staffing rotas to meet business needs.
• Maintaining compliance with licensing laws, food hygiene, and health & safety regulations.
• Overseeing stock control, ordering, and cost management.
• Coordinating with kitchen and events teams to ensure seamless service during weddings and functions.
• Monitoring guest satisfaction and addressing any issues promptly.
• Implementing and maintaining standard operating procedures.
• Assisting with budgeting and financial performance monitoring.
• Identifying opportunities for operational improvements.

About You

You’ll be a hospitality professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. Highly organised and calm under pressure, you’ll thrive in a busy, high-standard environment.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in managing food and beverage operations in a hotel setting.
• A confident communicator and team leader.
• Highly organised with excellent time management skills.
• IT-savvy and quick to learn new systems.
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and a true team player.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an exciting new era for The Villa with significant investment and growth plans.
• Work in a stunning setting with a passionate and supportive team.
• Enjoy competitive pay and benefits, plus opportunities for career development.