Food & Beverage Manager

at  Stroud Brewery

1. EXPERIENCE

• Essential:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a management role within the food and beverage or hospitality industry.
• Proven experience in budget management, cost control, and inventory management within an F&B setting.
• Demonstrated background in menu planning, supplier coordination, and operational logistics.
• Desirable:
• Experience working in a high-volume or luxury hospitality environment.
• Previous experience managing multi-outlet operations, including restaurants, bars and hotels.

2. KNOWLEDGE

• Essential:
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage trends, menu development, and customer service best practices.
• Good understanding of food safety regulations, health and safety standards, and local compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with hospitality management software (e.g., POS systems, reservation management systems).
• Desirable:
• Knowledge of cost-control strategies and revenue-enhancement practices.
• Awareness of sustainability practices within the food and beverage sector.

3. SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Customer Focus:
• Exceptional focus on providing a high-quality, memorable guest experience.
• Ability to handle and resolve guest complaints professionally and empathetically.
• Leadership and Team Management:
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and guide a diverse team.
• Proven ability in team training, performance management, and fostering a positive team culture.
• Financial Acumen:
• Demonstrable experience in developing and managing budgets, forecasting, and tracking departmental financials.
• Experience with cost analysis and implementing strategies for profitability.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to build strong guest and team relationships.
• Interpersonal skills to engage effectively with diverse teams, clients, and suppliers.
• Organisational and Time Management Skills:
• Strong organisational abilities to manage multiple tasks and deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining quality and consistency.
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:
• Ability to make sound decisions quickly and efficiently, especially under pressure.
• Demonstrated aptitude for anticipating challenges and proactively finding solutions.

OTHER TASKS AS REQUIRED:

• Due to the changing nature of work practices, or for operational, commercial or technical reasons, it is accepted that the company reserves the right to make changes to individual job descriptions as necessary.