Assistant F&B Operations Manager

Reporting to the F&B Operations Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day operation of our diverse food and beverage offering. This includes The View Restaurant, MacLeod’s Bar & Lounge, Blossom Kitchen at Nàdarra Spa, hotel events, corporate functions and weddings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of all F&B outlets including The View Restaurant, MacLeod’s Bar & Lounge specifically
• Support the delivery of the restaurant ensuring consistent service standards
• Lead and inspire a large, multi-outlet F&B team including department supervisors, servers, bartenders and events staff
• Ensure exceptional guest service across all F&B touchpoints, maintaining the high standards associated with The Coniston brand
• Work closely with the Food & Beverage Operations Manager to drive operational efficiency
• Support revenue growth through effective service delivery, upselling and operational improvements
• Maintain strong operational control across rotas, staffing levels, service flow and guest satisfaction
• Ensure compliance with food safety, licensing, health & safety and operational procedures
• Collaborate with the kitchen, sales and events teams to deliver seamless guest experiences for both leisure and event guests

Qualifications

• An experienced Restaurant Manager or Senior F&B leader within a quality hotel or multi-outlet hospitality environment
• A confident and hands-on leader who enjoys being present within the operation and supporting the team
• Experienced in managing high-volume service
• Passionate about guest experience and maintaining consistently high service standards
• Commercially aware with the ability to support revenue growth and operational efficiency
• A strong communicator capable of coaching, mentoring and developing a large and varied team
• Highly organised with experience managing rotas, staffing levels and service coordination across multiple outlets

Benefits

£34,000 per year + service charge (up to £2,500/year) + performance-related bonus45 hours per week

Additional Benefits

• 28 days’ holiday (increasing with service)
• Monthly and annual recognition awards
• Access to the award-winning Nàdarra Spa, including discounted treatments and memberships
• Hotel discounts for family & friends
• Free on-site parking
• Nest pension scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training, development and progression opportunities
• Meals on duty
• Accommodation negotiable if required and available.

Essentials

• Right to work in the UK
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekend
• Valid UK driving licence preferred due to our rural location

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