Country Manager – Food & Beverage (UK)
South of England
4Leisure are searching for a Country Manager on behalf of a well-capitalised international group to lead the market entry and scale-up of multiple Food & Beverage concepts in the UK.
This is a senior, end-to-end leadership role with full accountability for launch, operations, and profitability, combining strategic setup with hands-on execution.
The Opportunity
A rare chance to build and lead a UK F&B business from inception, backed by a global business with long-term growth ambition.
The Role
Lead UK market entry: legal setup, licensing, compliance, and site rollout
Launch pilot locations and build scalable multi-brand operating models
Own full P&L and drive sustainable profitability
Build and lead local teams across operations and support functions
Act as the primary UK representative with landlords, partners, and regulators
Work closely with international HQ to localise brands while maintaining brand integrity
Candidate Profile
8–10+ years' senior F&B or hospitality experience
Proven UK multi-site launch or expansion track record
Strong knowledge of UK labour law, food safety, and regulatory frameworks
Commercially astute, execution-driven, and entrepreneurial
Passion for F&B
For further information please apply through the link provided. Due to the expected level of interest in this unique opportunity only candidates who match the profile above will be contacted.
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