Food & Beverage Manager

Job Description

Great hospitality is about more than good service. It’s about creating experiences guests remember. At Smiths Hotel, our Food & Beverage team plays a huge part in that, from relaxed breakfasts and evening dining to weddings, celebrations and large-scale events. We’re looking for a Food & Beverage Manager to join our Hotel Operations team. Working closely with our Senior Food & Beverage Manager, you will help lead service, support the wider operation, and deliver exceptional guest experiences every day.

This is a hands on leadership role based primarily at Smiths Hotel.

One moment you could be supporting breakfast service. The next, preparing for a wedding breakfast, managing a busy restaurant service or overseeing an event turnover.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring every service runs smoothly and every guest experience reflects the standards we expect at Gretna Green.

Main Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting the Food & Beverage team during service
• Delivering high standards across restaurant, bar and events
• Supporting weddings, conferences and functions
• Managing rotas, labour and day-to-day operations
• Coaching and developing team members
• Working closely with kitchen and hotel operations teams
• Acting as part of the wider Duty Management team

What we’re looking for

You may already be an F&B Manager or perhaps a strong Assistant Manager ready to step up.

Most importantly, you’ll:

• Lead from the front
• Stay calm under pressure
• Enjoy the pace of hospitality
• Take pride in high standards
• Know how to motivate a team

Experience within hotel operations, weddings or events would be beneficial.

Why Work with Gretna Green?

• Free on-site parking
• Day off for your birthday – Celebrate your day, your way
• 25% staff discount on stays at our hotels
• A leadership role within one of Scotland’s most iconic hospitality destinations
• A varied and fast-paced operation
• Real involvement in shaping the guest experience

Our values

• Be Kind – Show respect, patience, and warmth to everyone
• Deliver Magic – Maintain high standards, even under pressure
• Be Curious – Ask questions, learn new things, get better every day
• Be Adaptable – Smile when plans change
• Think Like a Landowner – Take pride in and care for your environment

Ready to BE PART OF OUR TEAM?

Behind every memorable wedding, celebration and hotel stay is a team that genuinely cares about delivering great hospitality.

If you’re looking for a role where you can lead confidently, make an impact and be part of something evolving, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: Gretna Green, Smiths Hotel

Hours: Full-Time – 40 hours per week (5-7 days including weekends & holidays)

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience and skills

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