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Food & Beverage Manager – Coffee House & Bar, Bettystown

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Competitive Salary + Staff Benefits

We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Food & Beverage Manager to join our seaside Coffee House & Bar located in Bettystown. Serving artisan coffee, fresh bakes, casual dining, and a carefully curated drinks menu, we are a thriving community hub by day and a lively bar by night (4 nights).

This role is ideal for an enthusiastic, energetic and highly motivated hospitality professional with strong leadership skills, a passion for customer service, and experience in coffee house, restaurant, or bar management.

Objective of the Role

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Food & Beverage Manager will oversee the daily operations of key functions within the Coffee House & Bar and support the General Manager in driving standards, team development, customer experience, and business growth.

This is a front facing role.

Key Duties & Responsibilities Operational Management

• Oversee the full operations of the Coffee House & Bar, ensuring smooth, efficient, and high-quality service at all times.
• Ensure that brand standards, quality levels, and operational procedures are consistently achieved and exceeded.
• Anticipate customer needs and proactively manage expectations to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
• Assist in the daily management of rosters, forecasting, menu planning, and operational workflows.
• Ensure the venue maintains the highest standards of ambiance, décor, cleanliness, and music throughout the day and evening.
• Support the creation, implementation, and management of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including cleaning protocols and Health & Safety compliance (HACCP).

Customer Experience

• Guarantee that all customers receive warm, attentive, and professional service.
• Actively resolve customer issues promptly and efficiently, maintaining a commitment to excellence.
• Foster a welcoming, friendly, and community-focused environment.

Team Leadership & Staff Development

• Assist in managing and supervising floor and bar staff to ensure consistent productivity and performance.
• Lead staff scheduling, training, coaching, and performance meetings.
• Manage staff recruitment, induction, and ongoing development.
• Promote a positive team culture, leading by example with a can-do, upbeat attitude.

Administration & Reporting

• Prepare professional end-of-day reports and contribute to weekly operational reporting.
• Monitor stock levels, ordering processes, and waste management in line with business requirements.
• Support the General Manager with business initiatives, budgeting, and operational improvements.

Marketing & Community Engagement

• Work with the General Manager to develop social media content, live music schedules, seasonal events, and promotional activities.
• Keep up to date with current food, coffee, and drink trends, bringing fresh ideas to the table.
• Identify new opportunities to enhance customer experience and grow the business.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role within the hospitality industry (coffee shop, restaurant, or bar).
• Proven track record in managing fast-paced service environments.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• A mature, friendly, and professional manner for interacting with customers and colleagues.
• Strong leadership abilities with experience training, motivating, and developing teams.
• Ability to recognise new ideas and opportunities, contributing to business growth.
• Preferably familiar with local demand patterns and café/bar operational models.
• Competent in creating and presenting professional reports and business initiatives.
• A good sense of humour, high energy, and a passion for hospitality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Staff discounts
• Opportunity to work in a growing and dynamic community-based business

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic about hospitality, love working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter, including your availability, quoting: Reference ID – Food & Beverage Manager.

Work Location: In person Experience Needed: 3+ years in Food & Beverage Management (preferred)

Pay: €35,000.00-€40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person