Job Description
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.