Daly Recruitment is partnering with a premier Belfast destination to recruit an experienced Hospitality Operations Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside a dynamic senior management team in delivering high-end events with a strong focus on food and beverage excellence at one of the city’s most prestigious venues.

This role is ideal for a driven professional seeking long-term career progression, a competitive salary and benefits package, and access to exceptional personal and professional development opportunities.

Role and Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of all events offering of this destination, ensuring exceptional standards across operations, service, and guest experience.

• Lead and manage the food and beverage operations for events, ensuring quality, consistency, and alignment with the venue’s high standards.

• Work closely with the Head Chef and catering team to plan, coordinate, and execute tailored menus and service styles for a wide range of events.

• Collaborate with the sales and planning teams to ensure seamless handover from event booking to delivery.

• Manage staffing schedules, training, and performance for both front-of-house and food & beverage teams.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, licensing, and food hygiene regulations, maintaining all necessary documentation and standards.

• Monitor budgets, costs, and margins, contributing to financial performance and operational efficiency.

• Liaise with clients and key stakeholders, acting as the main point of contact during event delivery to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.

• Implement and uphold SOPs and service standards, continuously reviewing and improving operational procedures.

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of team members, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and professionalism.

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Person Specification

• Previous food and beverage management in a high end establishment.
• Proven client relationship management
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop a dynamic hospitality team
• Experience working within financial budgets and targets
• Excellent communication & presentation skills
• Must hold good wine, food and drink knowledge. Preference to candidates with WSET level 2+.

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