Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

About the Role

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.

• Assisting in the delivery of friendly, efficient, and consistent food & beverage service across the restaurant and bars.
• Ensuring guest safety and satisfaction by maintaining rigorous hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Supervising daily operations, including breakfast service and evening trade, helping the team anticipate guest needs and exceed expectations.
• Leading by example, supporting team training, and creating a motivating environment where staff feel valued and empowered.
• Building relationships with guests and encouraging repeat visits by delivering a warm, personalised experience.
• Collaborating with the Food & Beverage Manager and Hotel Leadership Team to introduce new ideas and drive operational improvements.
• Managing stock levels, helping to control costs, and contributing to the effective delivery of departmental P&L targets.

• Experience as an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager, or a strong background in food & beverage supervision, ideally in a casual dining or hotel setting.
• A passion for hospitality and an interest in creating great guest experiences.
• Strong people skills and a positive, approachable manner.
• A supportive leadership style, with experience in coaching and motivating front‑of‑house teams.
• Tech‑savvy and confident using modern hospitality systems to support service efficiency.
• Detail‑oriented and organised, even in a fast‑paced, high‑turnover environment.
• Flexible, proactive, and calm under pressure – with a good sense of fun and team spirit.

• Discounts across retail, restaurants, and entertainment.
• Access to the Cycle‑To‑Work & Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Onsite gym access to help you stay active.
• Employee rate travel across our international brand family – with destinations across the globe.
• Complimentary meals while on shift.
• Career progression opportunities throughout the UK and internationally.
• Uniform provided for your convenience.