Food and Beverage Manager

Job description

Food & Beverage Manager

South County Dublin

€45,000 – €50,000 DOE

Full-time | Permanent | On-site

About the Role

A prestigious 4-star hotel in the scenic South Dublin area is seeking an experienced and driven Food & Beverage Manager to lead its dynamic F&B operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with a passion for service excellence, team leadership, and operational strategy to take the next step in their career.

You will be responsible for the overall management of all F&B service areas, leading a large team and ensuring exceptional guest experience across multiple outlets including bars, restaurants, room service, and events. This role combines hands-on leadership with strategic planning to maximise profitability, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and motivate F&B teams across all service areas

• Ensure delivery of consistently high service standards and guest experience

• Collaborate with Head Chef to review menus and maintain quality

• Develop and implement SOPs, service standards, and hygiene protocols

• Manage F&B budgets, labour costs, forecasts, and stock control

• Work closely with the sales and marketing team to drive F&B revenue

• Oversee rostering in line with occupancy and revenue forecasts

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

• Investigate and respond to guest feedback and complaints professionally

• Coordinate and execute F&B events and functions in line with budget and quality targets

• Liaise with suppliers and contractors to ensure value and quality

• Lead internal audits and maintain documentation for EHO and RSA compliance

• Assist with duty management coverage when required

About You

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a senior F&B management role within a hotel or high-volume venue

• Strong leadership and team development skills

• Excellent understanding of financials, stock management, and GP control

• Proven ability to deliver a high-quality guest experience

• Knowledge of Irish licensing, RSA and HACCP standards

• Ability to manage events, banquets, and service logistics across departments

• Professional, organised, and commercially aware

Benefits

• Competitive salary: €45,000 – €50,000 (based on experience)

• Free on-site parking

• Meals on duty

• Staff discounts

• Continuous professional development opportunities

• Be part of a well-established and supportive management team