Food and Beverage Manager (Wine Jobs: Wine Retail & Sommelier)

Full Time

  Holgates Holiday Parks

  Carnforth, England

Full job description

Food & Beverage Manager Holgates Silverdale Holiday Park

Location: Silverdale Holiday Park & The Royal, Silverdale

Contract: Full-time | Permanent

Salary: £40K-£45K p/a + Benefits + Bonus Opportunities

Reports to: General Manager

Lead with flavour. Inspire with service. Grow with Holgates.

Nestled between the rolling countryside and the coast, Holgates Silverdale Holiday Park is our flagship destination home to five-star facilities, vibrant hospitality venues, and a welcoming community. Were now seeking a passionate and commercially driven Food & Beverage Manager to lead our hospitality and retail operations across Silverdale Holiday Park and The Royal, Silverdale.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced hospitality leader to bring creativity, energy, and operational excellence to our thriving restaurant, bars, cafés, and retail outlets.

About the Role

As Food & Beverage Manager, youll oversee every aspect of our food, beverage, and retail operations from dining experiences and team performance to sales growth and customer satisfaction. Youll lead and inspire a dedicated team, ensuring service is seamless and every guest enjoys a warm Holgates welcome.

Youll develop menus, events, and promotions while keeping a close eye on quality, cost control, and profitability. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role perfect for someone who loves variety, teamwork, and the buzz of a busy hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and optimise all F&B and retail operations across the holiday park and The Royal.
  • Recruit, train, and develop a motivated, high-performing team.
  • Create and manage effective rotas in line with business needs and budgets.
  • Oversee quality, presentation, and food hygiene standards.
  • Collaborate with the Marketing team to deliver events, promotions, and themed experiences.
  • Ensure strong financial performance, tracking sales, costs, and profit margins.
  • Manage supplier relationships, stock control, and cash-handling procedures.
  • Drive exceptional guest satisfaction through friendly, consistent service.
  • Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations.
  • Lead by example professional, proactive, and customer-focused.
  • What Were Looking For
  • Proven experience in managing F&B or hospitality venues (ideally within leisure or hotels).
  • A confident and engaging leader who motivates teams to excel.
  • Commercially savvy with strong budgeting and forecasting skills.
  • Passion for hospitality, customer experience, and quality food.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Knowledge of licensing, food hygiene, and H&S regulations.

What Youll Get

  • Be part of an award-winning, family-run business with over 6 decades of heritage.
  • Competitive salary.
  • Free gym membership.
  • 20% discount on holidays at any Holgates Park for you and your family*.
  • 50% off meals and complimentary refreshments while on duty*.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Opportunities for career development and progression.
  • Work in a stunning coastal and countryside setting.
  • Terms and conditions apply

Why Join Holgates?

At Holgates, were proud of our heritage, our people, and our reputation for excellence. We invest in our teams, promote from within, and provide opportunities for growth across our expanding park network.

If youre ready to lead a dynamic team, shape memorable guest experiences, and take your career to the next level, wed love to hear from you.

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