Food and Beverage Manager - The Guardian : Job Details

We are seeking a Food and Beverage Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality hospitality services at Alleyn's School in South London, Dulwich.

Working in close partnership with our Event Delivery team, the postholder will oversee all aspects of food and beverage operations across the school’s commercial outlets – including the café, bar, and events spaces. This includes managing a variety of service formats such as plated meals, buffets, drinks receptions, private functions, and bar services. The role requires a hands-on, proactive approach and a strong focus on customer service, teamwork, and operational excellence.

This is a term-time only position, working 37.5 hours per week across five days (Monday to Sunday), including some evenings. The working year covers 34.5 weeks, with an additional 5–10 days during school holidays to support key events and planning.

The full-time equivalent salary is £35,000 to £40,000, with a pro-rated salary in the region of £27,000 to £30,000, depending on experience and agreed hours.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing food and beverage services, strong leadership skills, and a background in customer-facing hospitality or events. If you’re organised, personable, and excited by the opportunity to shape the hospitality experience within a vibrant school community, we’d love to hear from you.

Application deadline: Midnight on Wednesday 13 August

If you have any questions or would like to discuss an application, you are very welcome to contact the HR Department (.uk, ).

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Alleyn’s is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Alleyn’s welcomes applications from all applicants who meet the requirements for the position. However, we are especially keen to receive applications from those in minority groups for which the School is currently underrepresented. We celebrate diversity and thrive on the benefits it brings.