Food & Beverage Manager

We 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.