Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

Holiday Inn London - Sutton

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The Opportunity

Join Our Exceptional Management Team!

Being part of our management team at this hotel is truly special. You\'ll lead an amazing group of talented hospitality experts, delivering high‑class food and beverage experiences that our guests will remember.

What You\'ll Do

  • Oversee Excellence: Manage the restaurant, bar, in‑room dining, conferencing, and events, ensuring every detail is perfect.
  • Lead with Heart: Provide clear direction to the F&B hospitality team, recognizing each member\'s individuality and fostering a supportive environment.
  • Drive Success: At the start of your hospitality managerial career, we\'ll help you develop your skills in driving revenue growth, managing the F&B budget with accurate forecasting, and overseeing labor payroll.

Benefits

  • Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
  • Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
  • Shopping discounts – ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
  • Eye care.
  • Free legal & money advice.
  • Counseling sessions.
  • Hospital & death benefit plans.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos.
  • Recipe ideas.
  • Advice on keeping active and healthy living.
  • Wellbeing podcasts and TV.
  • Breathing exercises.
  • 24/7 advice and support line.
  • Team reward & recognition.
  • Free meals on duty.
  • Free parking.

Ideal Candidate

  • Passionate Leader: Someone who is enthusiastic about hospitality and has a natural talent for leading and inspiring a team.
  • Detail‑Oriented: An individual who ensures every aspect of the restaurant, bar, in‑room dining, conferencing, and events is meticulously managed.
  • Revenue‑Driven: Skilled in driving revenue growth, managing budgets with accurate forecasting, and overseeing labor payroll.
  • Supportive Mentor: A person who recognizes the individuality of team members and provides clear direction and support for their development.
  • Eager to Grow: At the start of their hospitality managerial career, ready to embrace opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Excellent Communicator: Possesses strong communication skills and a positive attitude, capable of thriving in a dynamic environment.

Hotel

The Holiday Inn London - Sutton Hotel is centrally located in the heart of Sutton, just a short walk from Sutton train station and close to the town centre’s shops and restaurants. With fast trains to London Victoria taking just half an hour from nearby Sutton station, the hotel is perfect for exploring all that London has to offer. Both Gatwick (LGW) and Heathrow (LHR) airports are under a 45‑minute drive away, and on‑site parking is available.

The hotel’s Academy boasts eight versatile and naturally lit event spaces, ideal for everything from board meetings to receptions for up to 180 guests. Business travellers will appreciate the proximity to several corporate headquarters and the availability of a Business Centre with printing facilities.

For those seeking a day out, horse racing at Epsom Downs is just a short drive away, while Chessington World of Adventures, Hampton Court Palace, and Wimbledon’s Centre Court tennis can all be reached within 30 minutes by car.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.

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