At Whittlebury Park, we are seeking an experienced Assistant Food & Beverage Manager eager to elevate their career by joining our dynamic and vibrant Food & Beverage Department.
Nestled in hundreds of acres of ancient parkland, Whittlebury offers a 254-bedroom, four-star hotel, conference and training centre, and award-winning facilities including a 3 AA Rosette restaurant, luxurious spa, and a 36-hole championship golf course.
Salary: £31,000 to £33,000 depending on experience, based on 45 hours per week.
What will you do?
As an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager, you will:
- Oversee the operation of our food and beverage outlets, ensuring each is a beacon of hospitality, warmth, and impeccable service.
- Support the Food & Beverage Manager in fostering a positive team culture, ensuring effective communication and training to meet business needs.
- Review employee performance to maintain high standards of service and ensure health and safety regulations are adhered to.
- Identify new avenues for revenue generation and enhance upselling techniques across our various outlets.
As the ideal candidate for this role, you will have strong management and leadership skills and be experienced in effective financial management. You will be highly adaptable and have excellent attention to detail. You will also have experience in a similar high-volume 4- or 5-star hotel and hold a Level 2 personal licence. You will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in food & beverage and experience of managing large teams.
Your areas of work can include working in our restaurants, bars, and leisure club. Your work will cover a variety of different functions including weddings, banquets, and estate events. The hours of work vary and will include weekends, late evenings, and holiday periods.
If you've got what it takes to be part of a busy, professional, and high-performing team, then we would love to hear from you!
Benefits:
At Whittlebury Park, we believe in rewarding our dedicated staff with a fantastic range of benefits. When you join our team, you can look forward to:
- Free Golf & Leisure Membership: Enjoy complimentary access to our Leisure Club if you work a minimum of 40 hours each month, and a complimentary Golf membership if you work a minimum of 60 hours each month.
- Free Staff Meals: Savour a delicious meal whilst on duty, on us!
- Healthcare Cashback: Get cashback on essential healthcare expenses (contracted hours staff only).
- Employee Awards: Be recognised and rewarded for your hard work and dedication, whether it’s through our Employee of the Month scheme or Welcome to Work days.
- Exclusive Discounts:
- Food & Beverage: Up to 50% off on food and drink, including our delicious Sunday carvery.
- Spa Products and Treatments: Pamper yourself with discounted spa products and treatments, and exclusive staff offers.
- Hotel Stays: Enjoy discounted rates on luxurious stays.
Join us at Whittlebury Park and take advantage of these amazing benefits while working in a beautiful, award-winning environment!
Whether we are welcoming corporate working groups, hosting family celebrations and wedding parties, or providing respite to those hoping to escape the pressures of life and simply relax, our mission is always to make someone’s day.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £31,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
