Assistant F&B Operations Manager




Hotel Brand: InterContinental
Location: United Kingdom, London
Hotel: London Park Lane (LONHB), One Hamilton Place, Park Lane, W1J 7QY
Job number: 147864
At InterContinental London Park Lane, we are currently looking for Assistant F&B Operations Manager to join our team in Theo Randall’s award-winning Italian Restaurant, with an immediate start!
Welcome to InterContinental London Park Lane
Located at one of the capital's most prestigious addresses, where the late Queen Elizabeth II once resided. Our hotel redefines traditional luxury, offering a blend of modernity and flexible sophistication in the heart of Mayfair. Inspired by its scenic views overlooking two Royal Parks, our establishment boasts elegant natural interiors and award-winning seasonal cuisine.
We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant F&B Operations Manager with a passion for hands-on service to support the day-to-day operations of Theo Randall at the InterContinental. This role requires a leader with a strong presence on the restaurant floor, someone who thrives in service and works closely with the senior management team to maintain the high standards expected of a premium London restaurant.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and support daily service alongside the Head of Department, with a strong presence on the restaurant floor.
- Manage and coordinate administrative tasks, including team scheduling, payroll input, and compliance documentation.
- Support in employee relations (ER), training, and performance management, ensuring consistent team development.
- Contribute to forecasting, budgeting, and cost control, working closely with the leadership team.
- Ensure seamless communication between front and back of house teams.
- Drive exceptional guest experiences through attentive, proactive service.
- Effectively communicate guest feedback to key stakeholders
- Assist with implementation of periodical promotions and new menu launches in collaboration with the culinary team.
Requirements:
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a manager in a 4 or 5 Star hotel restaurant or high-end restaurant environment gained within London.
- Proven ability to lead teams in a busy, service-driven operation.
- Comfortable with both front-of-house service and back-of-house admin responsibilities
- Fully flexible with availability – must be able to work any shift within the 12:00–00:00 window, including weekends and holidays.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
We are part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts family, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, with a portfolio of 19 brands worldwide - which means global opportunities! Our Assistant F&B Operations Manager enjoys a range of benefits including:
- £37,492 per annum plus service charge, paid overtime, and other great IHG perks!
- 31 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, this increases up to a maximum of 33 days (Pro Rated)
- Wagestream - a financial wellbeing app giving you the opportunity to save, track and withdraw your pay as you earn it.
- We provide every employee company sick pay and life insurance.
- Free meals on duty
- Professional career development with our IHG Leadership programs
- Amazing discounts for our hotels and restaurants around the world
- 50% discount in our F&B outlets
- Discounts from over 15,000 stores – all the way from retail to cinema
- Exclusive local discounts at Hard Rock Café, The Backroom Bar, El Pirata to name a few!
- Most importantly, we’ll help you grow and develop you as an individual and inspire incredible.
We are open 7 days a week 365 days a year and need people to work a range of shifts and days.
Please click ‘apply’ now!
You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.
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