Food & Beverage Manager

Job description

The Noel Group are currently recruiting for an experienced Food & Beverage Manager on behalf of a well-established 4-star hotel in County Kildare. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional to join a busy and reputable property, leading a dedicated team and driving exceptional guest experiences across all food and beverage operations.

The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day management of the hotel’s restaurant, bar, banqueting and events operations, ensuring the highest standards of service, profitability and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities of a Food & Beverage Manager:

• Manage all Food & Beverage operations across the hotel.
• Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Ensure exceptional guest service standards are consistently delivered.
• Monitor and control departmental budgets, costs and profitability.
• Manage food and beverage stock control, purchasing and inventory.
• Drive revenue growth through effective sales and operational strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, HACCP and health & safety regulations.
• Work closely with the kitchen team and senior management.
• Recruit, train and develop team members.
• Oversee service delivery for conferences, weddings and special events.
• Handle customer feedback professionally and proactively.

Requirements for a Food & Beverage Manager:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Food & Beverage Manager or Senior F&B Management role, ideally within a hotel environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Proven experience managing budgets and controlling costs.
• Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety regulations.
• Ability to work in a busy hospitality environment.
• Passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

Benefits of the role:

• Salary of €45,000 per annum DOE.
• Opportunity to join a respected 4-star hotel.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive working environment.
• Staff meals while on duty.
• Employee discounts and hotel benefits.