Blue Arrow is proud to be working in partnership with an events company opening a brand-new site based in Derby City Centre in Spring 2025. They're looking to recruit a Food & Beverage Manager to join their team on a full-time permanent basis. This role will be responsible for the effective management, development and control of the Food & Beverage operation within the venue. Ensuring service standards and control systems are in place, are of a high standard and always adhered to with a high priority on food safety, revenue generation and stock control. The successful candidate is expected to provide a safe, effective, courteous and efficient quality service to meet customer requirements, and to support the delivery of the business plan and financial targets. Hours: 48 hours - on a rota basis including evenings and weekends Salary: £33,500 Generous Pension scheme Life assurance policy 25 days holidays Healthcare scheme Employee Assistance Programme Company discounts Learning & development opportunities A time to join a new, expanding company What does the Food & Beverage Manager role involve? To assist the Head of Food and Beverage to deliver high quality food and beverage products and service and develop the concourse and hospitality offer to enhance the customer experience to achieve financial targets of revenue and profit. Provide inspired and effective direction and leadership for the food and beverage department. To undertake a hands-on role in the F&B operation including taking an active role and working at varied events. To deputise in the absence of the Head of F&B. Assist with the development of, and deliver, the business plan by helping to optimise all food and beverage revenue streams and seek new ideas, innovations and ways of working to reduce cost and to adapt to a changing financial or operating environment. Ensure that the food and beverage SOPs are implemented and adhered to. Manage all administrative duties, including income reconciliation, stock taking and accurate stock management, including month-end reporting. To plan and accommodate the food and beverage offer for events and ensure that all areas are set up for forthcoming events overseeing the F&B departments to ensure that all elements are in place. What will you bring to the Food & Beverage Manager role? Experience of working in a senior Food & Beverage role Experience of working in a similar environment ideally within the entertainment/leisure industry operating multiple busy bars and retail food outlets. Experience of working in a high volume, customer-focused venue. Level 3 Award in Food Safety for Catering Level 2 Award in Food Allergen Awareness and Control in Catering Level 2 Award in HACCP for Catering Holder of a Personal Licence. IOSH General Certificate (desirable or willing to work towards) Knowledge of the local and regional entertainment offers and venues. Sound knowledge of budgeting, stock and margin control. Excellent knowledge of bar work, including a thorough understanding of bar dispense equipment and managing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage products. Strong organisational skills. Smart appearance and presentation. Strong leadership skills. Hands-on approach and be part of the service delivery. The position involves a large element of manual handling. Good knowledge of EPOS systems and stock control. Ability to manage several tasks and projects simultaneously. Excellent organisation and planning skills with the ability to work flexibly under pressure prioritise and meet deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, both internally and externally. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confidence and energy, with a proactive nature and the ability to take initiative. Drive, determination and resilience Experience in the management of statutory requirements. Have a thorough understanding of food hygiene and health and safety regulations and hold a Level 3 Award in Food Safety for Catering certificate. Excellent stock controlling experience. Where is the Food & Beverage Manager role based? The role is based in Derby (near City Centre) so if you live in Derbyshire or the surrounding areas, great This would be a short commute if you have access to your own car but is also a short walking distance from the bus station / local bus stops. If you are interested in the above role and feel you can meet the above requirements - we would love to hear from you as soon as possible. We please ask all applications are made via the click apply button, and we will aim to process your application as quickly and as efficiently as possible. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.