Head of Food & Beverage Manager in Leeds

Head of Food & Beverage
Full-Time | Permanent | Senior Management
We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Head of Food & Beverage to lead the hospitality operation across a diverse, premium hospitality and events business.
This is an exciting dual-responsibility role, combining hands-on General Management of a restaurant and inn with overall leadership of the wider Food & Beverage operation, including weddings, events and exclusive hospitality experiences.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious hospitality professional who enjoys being at the heart of the operation, leading from the front, developing teams and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
The Role
You will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running and commercial performance of the restaurant and inn, while overseeing Food & Beverage delivery across the wider business.
Working closely with the Executive Head Chef, you will ensure that food, drink and service work seamlessly together, creating a memorable guest experience and maintaining consistently high standards.
You will directly manage the Events F&B Manager and the front-of-house management team, taking ownership of operational performance, people development and commercial success.
Key Responsibilities
General Management & Operations
Take full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the restaurant and inn.
Lead from the front, maintaining a visible presence during key trading periods and services.
Drive improvements in sales, profitability, service standards and overall guest satisfaction.
Manage rotas, staffing levels, training, performance and team development.
Work closely with the Executive Head Chef to deliver an exceptional food-led experience.
Commercial & Financial Management
Take ownership of F&B budgets, forecasts, revenue and profitability.
Monitor gross profit, labour costs, purchasing, stock control and wastage.
Identify opportunities to increase revenue and improve commercial performance.
Use weekly trading figures and financial reporting to drive informed business decisions.
Ensure events are delivered within agreed budgets and commercial targets.
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, motivate and develop the wider Food & Beverage team.
Manage and support the Events F&B Manager and restaurant management team.
Introduce consistent operating procedures, training programmes and service standards.
Build a positive, accountable and high-performing team culture.
Take ownership of recruitment, coaching and performance management.
Weddings & Events
Oversee all Food & Beverage planning and delivery across weddings, functions and events.
Work closely with the Sales and Events teams to develop commercially successful packages.
Ensure excellent communication, planning and execution from initial preparation through to delivery.
Drive consistency and exceptional service across every event.
Standards & Compliance
Ensure all food safety, licensing, allergen and health & safety requirements are met.
Maintain accurate records, training and operational procedures.
Oversee stock security, cash handling and financial controls.
What We Are Looking For
Significant experience in a senior Food & Beverage management position, ideally within premium hospitality.
Previous experience as a General Manager within a restaurant, pub, inn or hotel environment.
Strong commercial understanding with proven experience managing budgets, P&L and profitability.
Experience managing multiple departments, outlets or a substantial events operation.
A confident and inspiring leader who enjoys developing and motivating teams.
Excellent customer service skills with a genuine passion for hospitality.
Highly organised, hands-on and commercially focused.
Someone who is confident driving change, improving standards and taking ownership.
The Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a diverse and exciting hospitality operation, with the scope to make a real impact on its commercial performance, team culture and guest experience.
You will have the opportunity to shape the Food & Beverage offering, develop a strong team and play a key role in the future growth of the business.
If you are an ambitious hospitality leader looking for your next challenge and have the experience to drive a successful, multi-faceted F&B operation, we would love to hear from you.

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