Food & Beverage Manager - Slieve Donard Resort & Spa

Nestling at the foot of the Mountains of Mourne, the magnificent Slieve Donard Resort and Spa stands in six acres of immaculate private grounds. A golden strand of beach borders one side while the mighty Royal County Down golf course frames the other. This lovingly maintained Victorian hotel is home to one of Europe’s finest resort Spas and is perfect for a short break, residential conference or grand event. Be part of a team that curates guest experiences like none other.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the Director of Operations the successful candidate will be responsible for the management and leadership of the entire Food and Beverage offering within the Resort and multiple outlets.

The role of Food Beverage Manager will include but is not limited to:

• The management of the Food and Beverage operation within the entire Resort and responsible for ensuring an exceptional guest experience across multiple outlets.
• Lead and motivate team members through effective communication, training and development.
• Assisting with and ensuring all HR procedures are followed.
• Management of the Food and Beverage annual budget, agreeing and implementing the appropriate mechanisms to effectively manage costs and all factors affecting the profitable performance of the Food and Beverage offerings;
• Promote and contribute to a harmonious working environment where all team members are treated with respect and dignity.
• Ensure the interior, fixtures and equipment of the each food and beverage outlet are properly maintained and presented, both inside and out, with the highest standards of cleanliness and housekeeping.
• Work closely with all internal and external stakeholders to promote and market the business; network with existing clients and develop strong relationships to enhance revenue opportunity within the Food and Beverage outlets.
• Ensure quality standards and procedures are fully implemented and regularly reviewed throughout the food and beverage outlets, ensuring feedback is used to ensure continual improvement.
• Maintain effective communication to ensure plans, challenges and successes are understood, and individual performance is aligned to exceptional standards.
• Create and promote opportunities to develop and enhance effective working relationships within the Food and Beverage team and all stakeholders.
• Maintain and strengthen the Resorts commitment to having a well presented, well trained and efficient workforce that reflects and affirms the diversity of the community.
• Liaise with and utilise the support of suppliers and other external stakeholders as appropriate.
• Ensure an effective and safe working environment is maintained in compliance with appropriate legislation, such as Licensing Laws, Health Safety, and other statutory requirements.

What we are looking for

• Minimum 2 years’ experience within a Food and Beverage Management role, with responsibility for all aspects of the FB collectively, preferably within a hotel environment.
• Previous experience of forecasting and managing a budget independently.
• Previous experience of leading a team through a period of change.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Previous complex employee relations experience.
• Conflict management solution skills.
• Excellent communication and IT skills.
• A proven ability to introduce new innovative ideas and impliment them effectively
• Problem Solving Aptitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

The Perks

• Enrolment in pension from Day 1 for all eligible team members
• Meal on each shift in a dedicated team member area
• Access to everyday discounts from high street retailers
• Car Parking
• Discounted hotel room rates for you and your family across the portfolio (TC’s apply)
• Refer a Friend Scheme – just by putting a good word in for a friend you could earn some extra cash
• Incentive schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Team Celebration Awards and Recognition programmes
• Access to participating in healthcare plans and insurance plans – just in case
• Life Assurance

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to recruitment practices that do not discriminate against any job applicant because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity. We value diverse cultures, ideas, and people as part of our core DNA.

Right to Work

In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.

About us

Marine Lawn Hotels Resorts is a collection of bespoke hotels in the world’s most distinguished golfing destinations. Nestled along some of the most coveted courses across the globe, each of our properties offer unforgettable travel experiences inspired in the history and legacy of the once-in-a-lifetime destinations they call home. Here, we invite locals, neighbours, and international guests alike to embrace the beauty of where land meets sea as they embark upon a journey rooted in service, storytelling, and adventure. For more information visit www.marineandlawn.com.

Nestling at the foot of the Mountains of Mourne, the magnificent Slieve Donard Resort and Spa stands in six acres of immaculate private grounds. A golden strand of beach borders one side while the mighty Royal County Down golf course frames the other. This lovingly maintained Victorian hotel is home to one of Europe’s finest resort Spas and is perfect for a short break, residential conference or grand event.