Food & Beverage Manager Luxury Resort, North Devon
Up to £45k + bonus + accommodation
Are you a polished hospitality professional with a presence that inspires and a personality that engages? Were searching for an experiencedFood & Beverage Managerwith exceptional flair and leadership to join a stunning, high-end leisure resort in North Devon.
Commutable from beautiful Barnstaple and Exeter but does come with non-shared accommodation for a seamless relocation.
Set against a backdrop of natural beauty, this resort is a destination for refined relaxation, unforgettable weddings, meetings & events and impeccable dining. As they continue to elevate the guest experience, were looking for a confident and capable leader to oversee all food and beverage operationsfrom an elegant restaurant and welcoming bars to stylish weddings, corporate meetings, and signature events.
About the Role:
As Food & Beverage Manager, you'll be responsible for leading all front-of-house food and beverage operations. You'll coach and develop your team, drive service excellence, and bring a commercial mindset to managing both the guest experience and the bottom line. This is an important leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on the floor, especially during high-pressure moments, and who takes real pride in raising standards and creating a great working culture.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee all F&B operations: restaurant, bars, weddings, events, and corporate functions.
* Ensure the highest service standards and consistency across all outlets
* Lead, train, and develop a motivated and performance-driven team
* Partner with the Executive Chef and Events Manager to design memorable guest experiences
* Maintain a strong commercial focusmanaging budgets, cost controls, and revenue generation
* Be a visible, supportive leader who sets the tone and leads from the front
* Navigate seasonal highs and lows with calm, confidence, and strategy
* Champion creativity in menu presentation, events, and guest engagement
About You:
* Proven experience in a senior F&B management role
* Background may come fromluxury hotels, premium holiday resorts, or premium restaurants
* Exceptional leadership skills with a polished presence and personality
* A guest-focused mindset and a passion for creating five-star experiences
* Strong commercial acumen and experience managing budgets and targets
* Able to lead and motivate a team in a high-performance, service-led culture
* A confident communicator with excellent operational knowledge and a hands-on approach
What's on offer:
* The opportunity to work in a breathtaking location.
* Private, non-shared accommodation provided
* A senior leadership role with real scope to shape the F&B offering
* Supportive senior management and an innovative hospitality environment
* Competitive salary, resort discounts, and career growth opportunities
If you're a hospitality leader ready to bring your energy, experience, and creativity to one of the most picturesque locations in the UK wed love to hear from you.
Interviews are immediately available. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that only those candidates meeting the above criteria will be contacted. Please ensure you are kept up to date with all our new roles by visiting our websitejswrecruitment.comor following jswhospitality on X.
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