Food & Beverage Manager

We're looking for a Food & Beverage Manager to join our client, a high volume, multiple-outlet Catering Operation based near Leatherhead, Surrey, in their welcoming and customer-focused environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on, motivated professional to take ownership of the department, ensuring smooth daily operations, high-quality service, and a positive team environment.This Food & Beverage Manager position offers a great salary and benefits.Benefits:*Daytime hours with a great work life balance*Company wellness programmes*A variety of team events*Free lunches*Parking Available*Pension plan*28 days pro rata HolidayWorking Hours:*5 out of 7 days per week, Tuesday to Saturday*42 hours per week*Daytime hours - 9 am- 5.30 pmWhat You'll Be Doing:*Oversee the day-to-day running of multiple catering outlets, ensuring a high standard of service and efficiency.*Lead and develop the catering team, providing clear direction, training, and support.*Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships to maintain cost-effective operations.*Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations.*Drive sales and maximise revenue opportunities, including group bookings and seasonal events.*Support HR functions such as recruitment, absentee management, performance management, exit interviews, team development etc.*Maintain excellent customer service standards across the various outlets and handle any queries or complaints professionally.Requirements:*Previous experience in a senior food & beverage role, ideally within a high-volume catering/ hospitality environment.*Strong leadership and communication skills with a hands-on approach to management.*Strong people management skills is essential.*Good understanding of food safety, health & safety, and compliance regulations.*Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.*A passion for great food, service, and team development.*Some kitchen experience would be a distinct advantageThis Food & Beverage Manager role would be ideal for either an experienced Food & Beverage Manager or an Assistant F&B Manager looking at taking the next step. If you're looking for a rewarding role with a great work life balance, where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!Scattergood's are acting as an agency on behalf of this vacancy. In line with UK Immigration and Employment Law, only applicants eligible to live and work in the UK need apply. For this position, and other live vacancies, please visit our website www.scattergoods.co.uk