Food & Beverage Manager in Edinburgh

Working pattern: 5 days out of 7 | 37.5 hours per week | Including regular evenings and weekends.

Full Time

Edinburgh, Scotland

£45000 per annum

We are looking for an experienced and driven Food & Beverage Manager to lead event‐day hospitality operations at a prestigious Large Venue near Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering exceptional large‐scale events, working in a fast‐paced, high‐profile environment where no two days are the same.

You will take ownership of the full operational delivery of hospitality across major events, ensuring every detail is executed to the highest standard while leading and developing a high‐performing team. While the venue is based in the Edinburgh area, the role is easily commutable from across the Central Belt, making it an excellent opportunity for candidates based in and around Edinburgh and surrounding locations.

What you will be doing:

• Leading the end-to-end delivery of event day hospitality operations
• Planning and coordinating all operational elements including staffing, set‐up, and service delivery
• Managing labour and operational budgets to ensure efficiency and cost control
• Leading, motivating, and developing a large hospitality team
• Delivering engaging event briefings and ensuring all team members are clear on expectations
• Working closely with Sales, Kitchen, and Operations teams to ensure seamless event execution
• Maintaining exceptional standards of service, presentation, and timing across all events
• Ensuring full compliance with health & safety regulations and company standards
• Supporting event planning and client requirements to ensure outstanding customer experiences

What can you bring?

• Proven experience managing conference and large‐scale event operations within a venue or hospitality environment
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of building high‐performing teams
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
• Confidence working in a fast‐paced, high‐pressure environment
• Strong financial awareness, including labour and cost control
• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to engage clients and internal teams
• A proactive, hands‐on approach with a passion for delivering exceptional service
• Knowledge of health & safety within events or hospitality

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success!

Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals – Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working – including part‐time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9‐5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind – 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments – whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time – paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow – career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security – pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts – save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing – we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day. And here’s the best part – 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people – especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

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