Food & Beverage Assistant Service Manager

Are you a driven, inspiring, and people-focused hospitality leader? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment?

A job, a career or a calling - whatever brings you here, we have something for you!

Joining as our Food & Beverage Assistant Service Manager is a chance to be part of something special, shape the future of our restaurant, and take on rewarding challenges that will help you grow both personally and professionally.

With 144 bedrooms, 3 meeting rooms, and our brand-new French Bistro Mirlot, we’re more than just a hotel,  we’re a destination. Now, we’re looking for someone to bring their skills, personality, and drive to our growing Food & Beverage department.

Our mission at Mercure London Bankside is to create memorable moments for our guests, by connecting hearts from arrival to farewell.

About the role

As our Food & Beverage Assistant Service Manager, you will support the Food & Beverage Service Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations across the restaurant, breakfast, bar, room service, and conference & events areas. You will play a key role in delivering exceptional guest experiences, supervising and developing the team, and ensuring all brand, quality, and safety standards are consistently met.

Bistro Mirlot is a cosy French restaurant located in the heart of Mercure London Bankside. Celebrated for its authentic French cuisine, warm atmosphere, and attention to detail, Bistro Mirlot offers guests a true taste of France in the heart of London. Our team takes pride in delivering an exceptional dining experience, combining classic dishes with a welcoming and relaxed environment.

As part of an exciting new project, we are also introducing a fresh concept for our bar, inspired by Discover Local. This new concept will showcase local flavours, ingredients, and drinks, creating a unique and dynamic space for guests to enjoy. Together, Bistro Mirlot and the new Mercure Bankside bar project represent a fantastic opportunity to be part of something special, blending traditional French hospitality with a modern, local twist.

Responsibilities 

Operational Duties: 

• Support the F&B Service Manager in overseeing daily operations across restaurant, bar, breakfast, room service, and events
• Ensure smooth, high-quality service delivery and strong interdepartmental communication
• Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve service issues promptly and professionally
• Support stock control, cost management, and upselling initiatives
• Step into supervisory or Duty Manager responsibilities when required

Talent & Culture Responsibilities: 

• Supervise, motivate, and coach team members to maintain brand and service standards
• Support onboarding, training, and daily team briefings
• Assist with rostering and payroll accuracy
• Promote a positive team culture, strong presentation standards, and performance accountability

Conference and Banqueting responsibilities: 

• Support the delivery and setup of conferences, meetings, and special events
• Work closely with the Conference Coordinator and kitchen team to ensure seamless execution
• Ensure event spaces are fully prepared, service-ready, and meet brand standards

What we are looking for: 

• A passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences

• Previous supervisory experience within Food & Beverage operations 

• Strong knowledge of restaurant, bar, and/or conference & events service standards

• Good understanding of stock control, cost management, and upselling techniques

• Sound knowledge of food hygiene, health & safety, and liquor licensing regulations

• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team

• A proactive, hands on approach with great attention to detail

What do you get from us?

As part of our team you can have:

• Free night stays in our UK hotels and 50% discount in any Accor Restaurant (T&C Applies)
• Discounted hotel rates all over the world in Accor Hotels
• 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

• Salary: £16.25/hr + Service Charge 

• The successful candidate must already have eligibility to work in the UK.

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