Assistant Food & Beverage Manager - Hotels - Up to 35k

Assistant F&B Manager - Great Hotel Company - Windsor Areas - Up To 35k Package + Benefits

IMMEDIATE START

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to join their hotel team in Windsor. 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 They 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.