Food & Beverage Manager - Catering

Position: Food & Beverage Manager - Contract Catering
Location: Chaucer

Food & Beverage Manager | Contract Catering

Central London
£49,000 per annum | Paid Overtime
Monday to Friday | 7:00am - 3:30pm
40 hours per week |

A prestigious contract catering operation within a high-profile financial institution in Central London is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Manager to lead its front-of-house operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and experienced hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced, corporate environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional, client-focused service.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Deputy General Manager and General Manager, working closely with the senior leadership team to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the operation.

The Role:

The Food & Beverage Manager will take full responsibility for overseeing the restaurant operation, leading and developing a team of approximately 20 staff. The role requires strong man-management skills and proven experience managing large teams within a high-volume or premium hospitality setting.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading, managing, and motivating a team of 20 front-of-house staff
Overseeing the daily restaurant operation, including breakfast, lunch, and hospitality events
Working closely with the Deputy General Manager and General Manager to support overall site performance
Acting as a key point of contact for the client, maintaining strong professional relationships
Ensuring exceptional service standards are consistently delivered
Managing staff performance, training, and development
Overseeing food presentation, compliance, health & safety, and hygiene standards
Supporting operational planning to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery

Experience

Required:

Previous experience as a Food & Beverage Manager or senior manager within contract catering, corporate hospitality, or high-end restaurant environments
Demonstrable experience managing a large team (20+ staff)
Strong leadership and man-management skills
Excellent communication and client-facing abilities
A hands-on, proactive management style with a calm and professional approach
A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering a 5-star customer experience

This role offers an excellent work-life balance with a Monday to Friday schedule, alongside the opportunity to lead a well-established team within a prestigious corporate environment.

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