Head Of Food & Beverage - Warwick
14 hours ago
Warwick
Head of Food & Beverage - Warwick Head of Food & Beverage Location: Ardencote Hotel & Spa, Warwickshire Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits Full Time | Permanent Lead Exceptional Hospitality at One of Warwickshires Premier Resort Destinations Ardencote is a luxury four-star hotel, spa, golf and leisure destination set within 83 acres of beautiful Warwickshire countryside. As part of the Hiddenwell collection, we are committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences through exceptional service, quality, and innovation. We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Head of Food & Beverage to lead and inspire our Food & Beverage operation across multiple outlets, including restaurants, bars, lounges, events and conferencing facilities. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for developing high-performing teams whilst delivering memorable guest experiences. The Role Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will take full responsibility for the strategic and operational leadership of the Food & Beverage department. You will drive revenue growth, maximise profitability, maintain exceptional service standards, and create a culture of excellence across all outlets. You will oversee all aspects of the operation, from guest experience and team development to financial performance, compliance and quality assurance. Key Responsibilities Leading and developing all Food & Beverage teams across restaurants, bars, lounges, events and conferences Driving revenue growth and profitability through effective commercial management Delivering exceptional guest experiences that exceed expectations Managing departmental budgets, labour costs, stock control and purchasing Ensuring consistent delivery of brand standards and operating procedures Recruiting, coaching and developing managers and team members to achieve their full potential Analysing business performance and implement initiatives to improve sales and guest satisfaction Working closely with the Executive Chef and wider leadership team to develop innovative food and beverage offerings Maintaining compliance with food safety, licensing and health & safety legislation Fostering a positive and engaging workplace culture aligned with Hiddenwell values About You We are looking for a passionate hospitality professional who can combine strong commercial acumen with inspirational leadership Essential Experience Have proven experience in a senior Food & Beverage leadership role within a hotel, resort or premium hospitality environment Have exceptional financial management skills with experience managing budgets, payroll and stock control Have the ability to demonstrable success in driving revenue growth and improving guest satisfaction Have experience leading large, multi-disciplinary teams Have an excellent understanding of food safety, licensing and health & safety legislation Have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Personal Qualities Be an inspirational leader with a hands-on approach Be passionate about hospitality and guest experience Be commercially focused and results driven Be highly organised with excellent attention to detail Have the ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to changing business demands Be positive, collaborative and people-focused Additional Information Full-Time positions working 5 out of 7 days per week - including evenings, weekends and public holidays45 hours per weekSalary: 55,000 - 60,000 per annum - dependant on experienceEstimated Start Date 01 October 2026Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application and throughout their employment. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position Why Join Ardencote? At Hiddenwell, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating rewarding careers and providing opportunities for growth and development Benefits include: Work in a picturesque estate with a focus on luxury and high standards in hospitality Complimentary Spa Day on work anniversaries at any of our company spas Complimentary use of leisure and spa facilities Access to the Employee Assistance Program 30% discount on overnight stays and spa days Discounts on food, drink and retail across our venues Pension scheme Free Parking Refer-a-Friend scheme Excellent Induction and training programme Perkbox Online benefits and discounts On-line Doctor support (appointments/prescriptions) A fun, supportive and inclusive work environment with loads of development opportunities Ready to Join Us? If you are an experienced Food & Beverage leader looking for your next challenge within a thriving luxury hospitality environment, wed love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the team shaping exceptional guest experiences at Ardencote.