Food & Beverage Manager – Mayfair, London & Travel Abroad required

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Salary: £90,000 per annum + excellent benefits

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International travel required (up to 3 trips per year, 2–3 weeks each)

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An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a highly polished and experienced Travelling Food & Beverage Manager to join a prestigious UHNW private residence based in Central London.

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This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for overseeing both the Butler and Chef departments, ensuring the delivery of world-class dining experiences and seamless service across multiple residences in London and abroad.

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The successful candidate will demonstrate absolute discretion, precision, and consistency, with the ability to anticipate and exceed the expectations of the Principals and their guests at all times.

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Responsibilities:

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Leadership & Operations

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• Oversee the day-to-day management of the Butler and Chef teams, ensuring smooth, efficient operations
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• Prepare and manage monthly rotas, holiday planning, and staffing schedules Maintain departmental purchasing lists, ensuring the highest quality sourcing Track team priorities to drive accountability and performance
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Service Excellence

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• Establish and uphold impeccable service standards across all residences
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• Ensure consistent, high-level service delivery aligned with the Principals’ preferences.
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• Train, mentor, and manage performance within the service team
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• Lead all dining service as the primary point of management during events and formal occasions
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Dining & Event Management

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• Plan and execute private dining experiences, events, and formal occasions to the highest standard
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• Create detailed seating plans in accordance with protocol and guest dynamics
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• Oversee all table settings and presentation, ensuring exceptional attention to detail
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• Liaise closely with the Lady of the House to ensure all aesthetics meet expectations
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Guest Experience

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• Maintain a detailed and up-to-date guest database, including dietary requirements and preferences
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• Deliver highly personalised, seamless dining experiences
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• Anticipate needs to ensure discreet and flawless service
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Culinary Coordination & Procurement

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• Collaborate with chefs on menu planning, ensuring creativity, variety, and excellence
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• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring premium and organic sourcing standards
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• Oversee procurement processes and quality control
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Principal Liaison

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• Prepare and present weekly dining schedules tailored to the Principals’ preferences
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• Propose bespoke dining concepts and themed experiences
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• Introduce innovative ideas, including curated luxury takeaway evenings
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International Travel & Multi-Residence Support

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• Travel with the Principals to support food and beverage operations internationally
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• Ensure appropriate staffing and service standards across all locations
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• Coordinate deployment of UK-based staff for overseas requirements
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Food Safety & Stock Control

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• Maintain strict food hygiene, labelling, and stock rotation standards
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• Monitor storage, cleanliness, and compliance with best practices
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Candidate Profile

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• Proven experience in a similar role within a UHNW household or luxury hospitality environment
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• Strong leadership experience managing both Front-of-House and kitchen teams
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• Exceptional organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail In-depth knowledge of fine dining, global cuisine, and luxury service standards
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• Flexible and able to travel internationally at short notice
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• Discreet, professional, and service-driven
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• A highly competitive salary and benefits package is offered to candidates with excellent references and a stable, proven career history. 
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