Website Hospitalitytalents
Hospitality Talents, a recruitment agency specialized in Hospitality profiles, is currently looking for a F&B Manager to join the team of our client in Ghent.
Our client is a 4-star lifestyle hotel located in Ghent, operating under an international brand and positioned within the premium business segment.
The hotel attracts a predominantly B2B, corporate and MICE clientele, with significant activity in seminars, meetings, conferences and group events.
The Food & Beverage department represents a key strategic revenue driver and offers strong potential for repositioning and commercial growth.
We are therefore seeking an entrepreneurial and commercially driven F&B Manager capable of energising and developing the F&B offer.
Your Role
As F&B Manager, you will oversee the entire Food & Beverage operation, including restaurant, bar, breakfast, banqueting and MICE catering.
You will act as a strategic leader, revenue developer and operational manager.
Commercial Development & Business Growth
Reposition and revitalise the F&B offering
Increase attractiveness for the local corporate market
Work closely with the Sales team to maximise MICE revenue
Develop creative concepts and targeted offers for B2B clients
Optimise F&B revenue streams during meetings, events and seminars
Financial Performance & Control
Prepare and manage the F&B budget
Monitor KPIs (food cost, beverage cost, payroll ratio, profitability)
Implement corrective and optimisation strategies
Drive revenue growth while maintaining strong cost control
Leadership & Team Management
Lead and structure the restaurant, bar and banqueting teams
Manage demanding operational teams with confidence and authority
Rebuild engagement, accountability and performance culture
Recruit, train and develop talents
Improve team stability and working atmosphere
Operational Excellence
Ensure high service standards and guest satisfaction
Maintain brand standards and compliance
Optimise service flow across breakfast, restaurant and events
Collaborate closely with the
General Management team
Skills Required
Candidate Profile
We are looking for a professional who:
Has at least 5 years of experience in F&B management, ideally in a 4★ or 5★ hotel environment
Demonstrates strong commercial acumen and entrepreneurial mindset
Is comfortable in a B2B and MICE-driven environment
Has proven experience managing challenging teams
Is analytical, structured and results-oriented
Maintains strong operational credibility and visibility on the floor
Languages:
Dutch required
Professional English is essential
Advantages
A strategic position with real impact on business performance
The opportunity to reposition and grow a key revenue department
An international and structured environment
A dynamic workplace in Ghent
Competitive compensation package aligned with experience