Job Description

Be you. At work.

Here at Locke, we create spaces where you can be you - and we don't just mean our design-led aparthotels. From front desk to back office, on-the-ground to behind-the-scenes, our team makes Locke what it is. Forget demographics: we're building a community of the culturally curious. The forward-thinking. The ever-questioning.


Locke is growing. With new openings across the UK and Europe coming up, we're at an exciting time in our young life. Want to get stuck in? Roll up your sleeves and let's go.


We're looking for a Food & Beverage Manager to join our team in Whitworth Locke in Manchester.

The role.

Are you a natural leader? Calm under pressure, with next-level organisational skills? Do you find satisfaction in creating seamless hospitality and memorable experiences?


As the lynchpin of the Food and Beverage team, overseeing the F&B team and reporting to the General Manager you'll make sure guests feel genuinely special - from the moment they book to the moment they leave our F&B spaces


IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING:


Service Delivery




Take responsibility for understanding and meeting and exceeding your quality objectives and KPIs. Be an SME is your required area and look to help create a knowledge culture in F&B. Ensure that you are fully conversant with relevant company policies, SOP's, processes and operations, products, brands, promotions and services. When needed, take escalations and support the team; be responsible for answering telephone, emails and resolving any issues in a professional manner, in keeping with each brand approach. Follow edyn policies and procedures to ensure that customer service processes run smoothly and the customer is satisfied. Log and manage complaints in line with the edyn complaints procedure; where possible provide solutions and alternatives within timeframes and follow up Liaise with other departments such as operations, reservations, and finance to ensure issues are resolved efficiently and within agreed SLAs





Operational Excellence & Guest Experience


Ensure seamless daily operations, balancing efficiency with high service standards. Lead and mentor F&B Head Host & Head Chef and drive a strong service culture maintaining brand reputation. Oversee guest satisfaction - seek feedback and implement satisfaction systems to continuously improve service delivery. Implement relevant cost control measures while maintaining a premium guest experience.





Team work


Understand and embody the edyn values Constructively challenge, question, seek to improve, evolve and be human Contribute to a strong community spirit Be objective, fair, ethical, and consistent





Financial F&B Accountability


Full responsibility for the P&L for F&B, ensuring financial targets are met or exceeded. Drive cost efficiency across all departments while maintaining quality and service standards. Regularly review budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to identify risks and opportunities. Ensure compliance with all financial, legal, and regulatory requirements. People Leadership & Performance Management Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing team. Champion a culture of accountability, empowerment, and continuous improvement. Foster a culture of engagement, retention, and professional development





IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING;




Experience Education:


A bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field is desirable Experience: Relevant experience in food and beverage management, with a minimum of 2 years in a similar role. Experience within the F&B industry is crucial, with a focus on taking on increasing levels of responsibility over time. An understanding of food and beverage menu items, including wine, spirits, and cocktails, is desired. Experience with financial management and budget controls is useful for managing costs and ensuring profitability. A track record of providing exceptional customer service and building positive guest experiences. Experience leading and managing teams, including training, development, and performance management

Skills:


The ability to motivate and supervise staff, delegate tasks, and make effective decisions. Leading service and your team from the front. Excellent people management skills, with a proven track record of developing teams. Advanced knowledge of food and beverage systems and service delivery. Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to drive operational efficiency while maintaining high guest satisfaction levels. Strong communication and negotiation skills. * Proficiency in hospitality POS technology systems, inventory management, stock ordering and reporting software.