- Full-Time
- Permanent
- Food & Beverage
- ACCOR
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Novotel Cambridge North, Cambridge, United Kingdom
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REF89424S
Assistant Food & Beverage Services Manager
Region
Europe and North Africa
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Job Description
Are you a FUN, PASSIONATE, and EXTROVERTED hospitality leader? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment?
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant Food & Beverage Services Manager to support the smooth running of our F&B outlets, including our Restaurant, Bar, Room Service, and Conference & Banqueting operations. This is a fast-paced and guest-facing role that requires exceptional organisation, people skills and a passion for delivering unforgettable hospitality experiences.
Responsibilities:
Food & Beverage Operations:
- Deliver a warm, personal welcome and ensure a consistently high standard of service
- Act as a brand ambassador, ensuring Pullman standards are delivered throughout all of F&B
- Supervise daily operations in our Restaurant, Bar and Room Service, ensuring smooth service flow
- Collaborate with the Head Chef and F&B Services Manager to develop product offerings and optimise guest satisfaction
- Coordinate shift coverage, rotas and operational needs across all outlets including early mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays
Conference & Banqueting (C&B):
- Oversee the day to day operation of the Conference & Banqueting department, ensuring seamless execution of meetings, events and banquets
- Liaise closely with the Conference & Banqueting Manager to ensure all functions are delivered to the highest standard and client expectations are exceeded
- Ensure function spaces are prepared according to event specifications, including layout, equipment and staffing
- Support the delivery of corporate meetings, private events, and high-profile conferences — adapting service style as needed (plated, buffet, reception, etc.)
- Maintain close communication with kitchen and AV teams for timing and technical execution
- Train and coach the C&B team in service standards, guest engagement and operational procedures
- Monitor guest feedback during and after events, taking ownership of resolutions and improvements
Leadership & Admin:
- Supervise, coach and support F&B team members across all departments
- Ensure the team adheres to health & safety and food hygiene standards
- Contribute to staff training, appraisals and performance development
- Monitor and manage equipment, furnishings and inventory in all service areas
- Prepare for and attend operational and function meetings; step in for the F&B Services Manager when required
- Assist in achieving department sales and profitability goals, with a focus on upselling and guest engagement
What we’re looking for:
- A passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
- Experience in managing or supervising F&B teams in a 4 or 5-star hotel environment
- Previous exposure to Conference & Banqueting operations is highly desirable
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Infrasys and Teams rota software is an advantage
- A proactive, hands on approach with great attention to detail
Benefits
- You can work with multinational colleagues
- Be part of a global community of hospitality industry
- Opportunity to develop your career
- Special staff rate at our hotels
- Free Gym
- Free night stays in our UK hotels and discounts in any Accor Restaurant (T&C Applies)
- Discounted hotel rates all over the world in Accor Hotels
- Great work environment and colleagues
- Personal development programs
- Complimentary meals on duty and uniforms
- Pension scheme
- 28 days holidays including bank holidays (increasing yearly)
- Free parking
- Apprenticeship scheme
- Continuously learn and develop yourself with our Accor Academy
- Support your wellbeing in your professional and personal lives
- Grow your experience anywhere. Explore limitless opportunities across 5000 hotels in over 100 countries
- Participate actively in initiatives to build a more inclusive and sustainable world
- And many more benefits and perks : Our objective is simple: make you grow and give you the spark to unleash your personality
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