Assistant Food & Beverage Manager - Hotels - Upto 34k

Assistant F&B Manager - Great Hotel Company - Borehamwood Areas - Up To 34k + Benefits

IMMEDIATE START

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to join our hotel team in Elstree, near Borehamwood. This is a hands-on leadership role supporting the delivery of high-quality food and beverage operations across our restaurant, bar, lounge, room service, and conference & banqueting facilities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring exceptional guest experiences, strong financial performance, and seamless event execution.

Key Responsibilities

Food & Beverage Operations

• Support the F&B Manager in overseeing daily operations across all F&B outlets.

• Ensure high standards of service, presentation, and food quality are consistently delivered.

• Lead by example during service, maintaining a visible presence on the floor.

• Monitor guest satisfaction and respond promptly to feedback and complaints.

• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and licensing regulations.

Conference & Banqueting

• Assist in the planning and execution of conferences, weddings, private events, and corporate functions.

• Liaise with the Sales and Events team to ensure accurate event briefs and smooth handovers.

• Conduct pre-event briefings and coordinate service teams during functions.

• Ensure room set-ups meet event specifications and brand standards.

• Oversee event billing accuracy and post-event follow-up where required.

Team Leadership & Development

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of F&B team members.

• Create and manage rotas in line with business levels and payroll targets.

• Motivate and develop the team to achieve service excellence.

• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching.

Financial & Administrative Duties

• Assist with stock control, ordering, and supplier management.

• Monitor GP margins, waste control, and cost management.

• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.

• Ensure accurate cash handling and compliance with company procedures.

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• Previous supervisory or assistant management experience in a hotel F&B environment.

• Experience working with conference and banqueting operations.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.

• Knowledge of food safety legislation and licensing laws.

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Desirable:

• Hospitality qualification (e.g., NVQ, Diploma, or equivalent).

• Experience with hotel PMS and EPOS systems.

• WSET or other beverage-related certification.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about hospitality and guest service.

• Proactive, hands-on, and solution-focused.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Calm under pressure, particularly during large-scale events.

• Commercially aware with a drive to achieve targets.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience).

• Service charge and performance-based incentives.

• Staff meals on duty.

• Company benefits and employee discounts.

• Career development opportunities within the group.