Food & Beverage Manager - London

Food & Beverage Manager​ - London

St James’ Court a Taj Hotel and Taj 51 Buckingham Gate

What does it take to be part of our Heritage?

Would you like to come and work as a Food & Beverage Manager for an international brand that is world renowned for excellence, commitment to its employees and warmth and hospitality to its guests?

Working for the Taj Group sets you aside from other leading hotel brands worldwide. We instil a concept called Tajness into the DNA of all of our employees through our brand values of Mutual Respect and Sincere care; this means not only that we are able to offer every single guest a unique experience during their stay with us, but also the happiness in the workplace that our associates deserve.

Taj Group offers an exceptional range of dining options and bars, all within steps of Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament, and each offering unique cuisines and cooking styles. Bistro has something for everyone with its international favourites while Kona offers an innovative interpretation of the colours, flavours and vibrancy of European cuisine; and The Hamptons Bar is a chic enclave where cocktails can be savoured and memories made – a perfect place to unwind.

Benefits for the Food & Beverage Manager

• Ten complimentary nights inc: breakfast worldwide in Taj Hotels (dependant on contract)
• 50% discount on F&B and SPA within hotels in the Taj Group
• 25% discount off treatments/products at the Wellness Centre, the hotel SPA

The Food & Beverage Manager will receive:

• Life insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Chair massage, Chiropody treatments and Yoga
• Associate Introduction scheme
• Associate Social Events
• Uniform and meals on duty

Food & Beverage Manager- our expectation

• Work closely with Heads of Departments to oversee the operation of all Food and Beverage areas.
• Demonstrate a high level of business acumen and market knowledge in the development of strategy to achieve and improve upon revenue targets.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef in the development, and approval of Menus for Food and Beverage outlets.
• Monitor the relevant GSTS / RSTS scores and take a pro-active approach to investigating issues and resolving areas of weakness.
• Coach and nurture all Food and Beverage associates in the performance of their duties.

Specifications for the Food & Beverage Manager:

Essential

1. Previous experience working as a Food and Beverage Manager in a multi-oulet operation.
2. Excellent interpersonal skills and outgoing disposition, able to interact with confidence and influence others at all levels.
3. Pro-active with excellent organizational skills and the ability to balance conflicting priorities and meet deadlines under pressure.
4. An excellent command of written and spoken English and the ability to draft well-expressed correspondence, reports and policy documents.
5. Fully conversant with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to work with and develop personnel information systems.
6. Eligibility to live and work in the UK

Desirable

1. Certification in Intermediate Food Safety.
2. Knowledge of LQA standards.
3. An ability to handle, manage and advise on casework.

If this sounds like the perfect Food & Beverage Manager opportunity; we’d love to hear from you!