Food and Beverage Operations Manager

Food & Beverage Manager - Luxury Hotel
Derry City

Competitive Remuneration

Permanent Roles

One of the top 100 hotels in Ireland, and, housed within a beautifully restored landmark dating back to the 1800s, this award-winning luxury hotel offers a seamless blend of modern elegance and historic character. Guests are treated to stylish rooms, breathtaking views across the city, and a renowned spa experience that has become a destination of choice.

With exceptional staff, impeccable service, and guest feedback that consistently sets the bar, it has quickly become one of the North West's most sought-after places to stay.

Already a formidable presence in the N.I. Hotel Industry this fabulous property is looking to add to their exceptional team in the coming weeks.

Role Overview

The Food & Beverage Manager will be responsible for leading all dining, bar, lounge, in-room dining, and event catering operations, ensuring every guest receives an exceptional, luxury-level service experience. This role demands a highly organised, guest-focused leader with strong commercial awareness and a passion for delivering five-star hospitality.

You will oversee the smooth daily operation of all F&B outlets, maintain impeccable standards, drive revenue, and uphold the hotel's reputation as a premier destination for refined dining and world-class service.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

Oversee the daily operation of all hotel F&B venues, including restaurant, bars, lounge, room service, and banqueting.

Ensure all service standards, SOPs, and luxury hospitality guidelines are consistently met.

Conduct regular floor presence to support teams and engage with guests.

Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and food hygiene regulations.

Guest Experience & Service Excellence

Champion exceptional guest service, ensuring personalised and memorable experiences.

Handle VIP requests, guest feedback, and service recovery with discretion and professionalism.

Ensure presentation, ambiance, and product quality reflect five-star expectations.

Team Management & Development

Recruit, train, and lead a high-performing F&B team, including supervisors and venue managers.

Provide ongoing coaching, performance management, and leadership development.

Foster a positive, motivated working culture built on teamwork and service excellence.

Financial & Commercial Management

Develop and implement revenue strategies across all outlets.

Monitor budgets, payroll, cost controls, waste, and stock management.

Analyse sales performance and implement initiatives to maximise profitability.

Work closely with sales, events, and finance teams to drive commercial success.

Menu & Product Development

Collaborate with Executive Chef and bar team on menu creation, pricing, promotions, and seasonal offerings.

Ensure product quality, consistency, and alignment with the hotel's luxury brand identity.

Oversee beverage lists, wine cellar inventories, and supplier relationships.

Events & Banqueting Support

Work collaboratively with the Events team to ensure flawless delivery of weddings, conferences, and luxury functions.

Attend planning meetings and review event orders for accurate execution.

Manage staffing, service flow, and F&B logistics for all events.

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven experience as an F&B Manager or senior F&B leader within a luxury, 4- or 5-star hotel environment.

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Deep knowledge of food, wines, spirits, and premium dining trends.

Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Demonstrated success in managing budgets and achieving revenue targets.

Strong understanding of HACCP, licensing laws, and health & safety practices.

Personal Attributes

Immaculate personal presentation.

Passionate about hospitality and creating elevated guest experiences.

Calm, composed, and decisive under pressure.

Creative, innovative, and detail-focused.

Flexible to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and event schedules.

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