Full job descriptionWe are recruiting for a Food & Beverage Manager to join a prestigious hotel & restaurant situated just outside of Milton Keynes. Due to location, you would need to be a driver, as there is a lack of transport links. This role does involve weekend working.
Location: Just outside of Milton Keynes, transport (car) necessary.
Working Hours: 5 out of 7 days, including weekends. This will include shift work.
Contract Type: Perm.
Key Responsibilities:
*Oversee day-to-day F&B operations (restaurant, bar, banqueting, room service).
*Ensure service standards, hygiene & food safety compliance.
*Monitor quality of food, beverages & customer service.
*Manage opening/closing procedures.
*Recruit, train & supervise staff.
*Schedule shifts & manage labour costs.
*Ensure excellent communication between kitchen & service teams
*Develop/execute sales strategies to increase F&B revenue.
*Manage budgets, forecasts & profit margins.
*Control food/beverage costs (wastage, inventory, supplier pricing).
*Analyse financial reports & KPIs (revenue, average spend, margins).
*Manage stock levels, ordering & supplier relationships.
*Negotiate pricing & contracts.
*Ensure proper storage/stock rotation (FIFO).
*Identify new business opportunities (events, corporate clients, partnerships).
*Drive upselling/cross-selling initiatives.
*Plan/promote special offers, seasonal menus & events.
*Monitor/improve average check value & customer spend.
*Collaborate with marketing teams on campaigns/promotions.
*Build relationships with key clients.
*Analyse sales trends & adjust pricing/menu strategies accordingly.
*Ensure effective use of reservation systems & revenue optimization tools.
Requirements & Skills:
*Proven experience in F&B management or hospitality leadership.
*Strong understanding of sales, revenue management & cost control.
*Leadership & team management skills.
*Excellent communication & customer service abilities.
*Financial acumen & analytical skills.
*Knowledge of food safety regulations.
*Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
*KPIs/Performance Metrics.
*Revenue growth (monthly/annual) & knowledge of profit margins.
*Ability to drive customer satisfaction scores/reviews.
*Handling Staff turnover and productivity.
*Event & promotional sales performance.
*Experience in running weddings.
*Able to manage a team.
*Have access to your own transport due to remote location.
*Be flexible with working hours.
*Able to work shifts and weekends.
Benefits:
*Company events.
*Company pension.
*Discounted or free food.
*Employee discount.
*Free parking.
*On-site parking.