Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

Position Summary:
As the Assistant Food & Beverage Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the Food & Beverage Manager by overseeing the daily operations of all food and beverage outlets within the hotel. This is a dynamic, hands-on role ideal for a graduate with a degree in Business Administration, combining operational leadership with strategic thinking, team development, and a strong focus on guest satisfaction and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing and coordinating daily operations across all F&B departments, ensuring a consistent and high-quality guest experience.
• Apply business acumen to optimize efficiency, service standards, and profitability across F&B outlets.
• Lead by example and support teams on the floor, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Oversee shift schedules, opening and closing procedures, and ensure operational readiness at all times.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement in hygiene, cleanliness, and service delivery in accordance with hotel standards and health regulations.
• Utilize leadership and interpersonal skills to create a positive, inclusive, and motivating work environment.
• Conduct interviews and manage onboarding processes, including payroll documentation and compliance for new hires.
• Develop and implement comprehensive training plans to meet operational needs, regulatory requirements, and team development goals.
• Use communication and stakeholder management skills to build effective relationships with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and hotel guests.
• Serve as the hotel Duty Manager on a rotational basis, ensuring operational excellence across all departments.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to proactively resolve operational issues and guest concerns.
• Prepare, communicate, and analyze weekly staff rosters to ensure optimal staffing levels based on forecasted business volumes.
• Monitor service quality and staff presentation through daily floor checks and service observations.
• Manage inventory, perform accurate stock counts, and implement cost-control practices in line with departmental budgets.
• Coach and develop supervisors to enhance their leadership capacity and overall department capability.
• Oversee auxiliary operational tasks such as cleanliness of public areas, waste management, and presentation of hotel spaces.
• Leverage knowledge of operating systems such as Opera and Micros to extract reports and guide daily operations.
• Participate in daily and weekly operational meetings to align departmental goals and communicate updates.
• Collaborate with the Meeting & Events team to plan and execute F&B requirements for events and conferences.
• Maintain clear, consistent communication during shift handovers to ensure continuity and service excellence.
• Manage and resolve guest and supplier enquiries efficiently, while maintaining service standards and professionalism.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field
• Strong understanding of business operations, financial oversight, and customer service principles
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and hospitality management systems (e.g., Opera, Micros)
• Adaptable, proactive, and solution-oriented with a keen attention to detail
• Passionate about hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences
• 2 or more years experience working in Food & Beverage in a 4 star hotel environment

Candidates that wish to apply for this position should email their cover note and CV to - eandrade@camdencourthotel.ie

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Weekend availability

Language:

• English (preferred)

Work Location: In person