Manager, Food Services

Salary - £26,900 - £40,300 Contract type - This position is a Permanent contract. Working pattern - 37.5 hours per week. Earliest start time 7am - latest finish time 23:30pm (occasional later finishes for big events) Full flexibility is required to cover the operational needs, weekends on a rota basis, typically every weekend or every other as a minimum to cover the peak trading periods. Location - This role is based at our Odney Club, Cookham Key responsibilities Shared overall responsibility of the management of the FOH team Planning, prioritisation, set up and delivery of the food service operation in all areas of the hotel, to include functions, outdoor catering events and seasonal operations. Designated Premises Licence holder and having overall responsibility for complying with legislation, employment law, regulations, food standards, drinks service behind the bar Risk assessments, weekly equipment checks, making sure the maintenance issues are reported. Minimising hotel costs and waste Maintaining and exceeding levels of customer service Achieve profit targets by controlling food costs, minimising wastage and exploiting all appropriate efficiencies Oversee and provide input on the daily hotel operations as a vital member of the hotel leadership team. Acting as Duty Manager where required. Essential skills/experience you’ll need People management experience Extensive food and beverage industry experience (at least five years). Proven ability to lead and motivate teams. Strong communication and organisational skills. Customer service expertise. In-depth knowledge of food and beverage menus, inventory management, and cost control. Proficient in problem-solving. Understanding of profit and loss accounts. Commercial awareness. Ability to work with various computer systems (finance, hotel booking, personnel, etc.). Ability to interpret and enforce food safety and health and safety regulations. Hospitality sector experience. Strong organisational and planning skills. Desirable skills/experience you may have Food Safety Level 3, Understanding of HACCP A Personal licence About Odney: If you are looking for a country club hotel with something different and some history to work in, then The Odney Hotel, our Place by the River, could be for you. This is a beautiful and unique John Lewis Partnership-owned hotel, set on 130 acres by the River Thames in Cookham, Berkshire. It offers both character and charm to our guests. The guests can stay in one of 5 beautiful houses on the site, or one of Airbnb’s each maintaining the period look of its time with access to the picturesque grounds including a private stretch of river, water gardens, a pool, and sports facilities. The main house, Lullebrook Manor and its grounds are thought to have been the inspiration for the classic novel The Wind in The Willows bringing history along with relaxation. Relaxation can be further achieved with a visit to our Wellbeing suite, offering beauty treatments and massages or afternoon tea on the terrace, a drink in the bar or a meal overlooking the river. #LI-JLPGR#LI- SD1