Assistant Food & Beverage Manager
| Posting date: | 19 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £25,000 to £30,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £29,000 p/a + grats |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 September 2025 |
| Location: | M1 3AE |
| Company: | Holiday Inn Manchester City Centre |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ea0c528d7327494093d1 |
Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and hands-on Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to support the day-to-day operation of our vibrant restaurant and bar at the Holiday Inn Manchester City Centre. Focused on casual dining, our venue offers a welcoming space for guests to relax, connect, and enjoy great food and drink in the heart of the city.
You will assist in leading a dynamic team, ensuring smooth service delivery across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and events, while upholding our brand’s high standards and laid-back hospitality ethos.
What You’ll Be Doing-
Assisting in the delivery of friendly, efficient, and consistent food & beverage service across the restaurant and bars.
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Ensuring guest safety and satisfaction by maintaining rigorous hygiene and cleanliness standards.
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Supervising daily operations, including breakfast service and evening trade, helping the team anticipate guest needs and exceed expectations.
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Leading by example, supporting team training, and creating a motivating environment where staff feel valued and empowered.
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Building relationships with guests and encouraging repeat visits by delivering a warm, personalised experience.
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Collaborating with the Food & Beverage Manager and Hotel Leadership Team to introduce new ideas and drive operational improvements.
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Managing stock levels, helping to control costs, and contributing to the effective delivery of departmental P&L targets.
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Experience as an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager, or a strong background in food & beverage supervision, ideally in a casual dining or hotel setting.
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A passion for hospitality and an interest in creating great guest experiences.
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Strong people skills and a positive, approachable manner.
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A supportive leadership style, with experience in coaching and motivating front-of-house teams.
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Tech-savvy and confident using modern hospitality systems to support service efficiency.
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Detail-orientated and organised, even in a fast-paced, high-turnover environment.
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Flexible, proactive, and calm under pressure – with a good sense of fun and team spirit.
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Discounts across retail, restaurants, and entertainment.
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Access to the Cycle-To-Work & Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
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Onsite gym access to help you stay active.
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Employee rate travel across our international brand family – with destinations across the globe.
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Complimentary meals while on shift.
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Career progression opportunities throughout the UK and internationally.
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Uniform provided for your convenience.