Food and Beverage Operations Manager in Manchester

Food and Beverage Operations Manager in Manchester

Manchester Full-Time No working from home possible
Factory International

Closing Date

8 July 2026

Salary

£35,000 - £37,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Contact

Email: recruitment@factoryinternational.org for support in completing your application.

Job Summary

To lead the day‑to‑day delivery of hospitality operations so that service is safe, efficient and delivered to a consistently high standard across all trading environments.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Delivery

  • Lead shifts across hospitality areas so that service is delivered smoothly and safely
  • Maintain operational standards so that presentation, cleanliness and compliance expectations are consistently met
  • Act as escalation point so that issues are resolved quickly and effectively

Team Leadership

  • Supervise and deploy team members so that roles are clear and performance is consistent
  • Provide coaching during service so that capability improves and standards are maintained
  • Foster a positive working environment so that teams are engaged and accountable

Workforce Coordination

  • Support staffing plans so that the right people are in place at the right time
  • Ensure adherence to shift timings and structure so that labour is controlled and delivery is consistent
  • Work with People Operations so that planning translates effectively into live delivery

Commercial Delivery

  • Monitor performance during service so that revenue opportunities are maximised
  • Support stock control and reduce waste so that profit is protected
  • Ensure correct pricing and product availability so that income is not lost

Event Delivery

  • Support planning and delivery of events so that hospitality integrates effectively with wider operations
  • Adapt to changing conditions so that delivery remains stable under pressure

Safety and Compliance

  • Ensure all activity meets legal and organisational standards so that risk is managed
  • Actively monitor safety during service so that issues are identified early

Flexibility

  • Work across operational areas as required so that the wider venue delivers effectively

Person Specification – Essential

  • Experience in hospitality or event operations
  • Strong leadership presence in live environments
  • Ability to manage teams in fast‑paced situations
  • Good commercial awareness
  • Commitment to high standards of service and safety
  • Commitment to championing representation and inclusion at every level of the organisation with a proven ability to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds
  • Willing to complete relevant statutory checks e.g. DBS (Factory International can support with processing and payment)

Person Specification – Desirable

  • Experience in large‑scale or complex venues
  • Interest in developing multi‑skilled teams
  • Enthusiasm for training, mentoring and support of emerging talent
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Factory International

Contact Details:

Factory International Recruitment Team