Food & Beverage Manager

The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Food and Beverage Manager to join our team and take charge of all food and beverage operations at our hotel. With a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences, you will be responsible for managing the main restaurant, bar, and room service.

As the Food and Beverage Manager, you will be instrumental in driving revenue growth, managing the F&B budget with accurate forecasting, and overseeing the management of labor payroll.

You will be a natural leader with a talent for providing direction to a team of passionate and dedicated food and beverage experts. You will take ownership of their ongoing development, nurturing their skills and abilities to create a high-performing team.

At the heart of all our hotels is food and beverage, and as the Food and Beverage Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our guests have a truly exceptional dining experience. With your expertise and passion for the industry, you will help to establish our hotel as a premier destination for food and beverage in the local area.

If you are a driven and experienced Food and Beverage Manager with a passion for providing exceptional guest experiences, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team. We are dedicated to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding environment where they can develop their skills and grow their careers in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
• Access to the IHG Employee Room Benefit Programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access for our employees to call and get support and advice on any issues they may be experiencing.
• Refer a friend scheme from £500 to £1000 per referral.
• Hospital Plan.
• Online Health Portal.
• Eye Care.
• Employee Discount Schemes - 100's of discounts, ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Pension Scheme.
• Free meals on duty.
• Cycle to Work - Our Cycle2Work schemes from Halfords help all our employees save money and keep fit.

Ideal Candidate

You will have a passion for food and beverage, which goes without saying! They should have proven experience in a management role within the food and beverage industry and an authentic and enthusiastic approach. They should possess the ability to foster a positive culture within the team and have strong operational knowledge, commercial awareness, and experience in driving additional sales.

Additionally, the ideal candidate should be able to drive and motivate teams through periods of change and have the ability to recognize and develop future stars. They should also possess excellent numeracy and literacy skills, as well as strong organization and planning skills. Experience in budget management is essential.

Hotel

The Holiday Inn Cambridge is ideally located by a serene lake in Impington, offering guests a peaceful stay amidst rolling countryside while still being conveniently close to the heart of Cambridge. Just 2 miles from central Cambridge colleges, shops, museums, and theatres, the hotel features 100 luxurious bedrooms and a range of dining facilities, including the Junction Restaurant and Bar, and the lobby lounge.

The hotel's Academy conference centre boasts 10 meeting rooms, making it an ideal location for corporate events, while the extensive health & fitness club ensures guests can maintain their fitness routine while staying with us. Our peaceful hotel is truly a home away from home.

At the Holiday Inn Cambridge, we pride ourselves on providing a welcoming and comfortable stay for all our guests, and our friendly and professional team is dedicated to ensuring that each guest has a memorable experience.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.