Head of Food & Beverage

Job Description

We are entering an exciting new chapter with the launch of our newly refurbished Bar & Bistro – a major investment in the Club’s hospitality offering designed to elevate the member and guest experience even further. We are now seeking an exceptional Head of Food & Beverage to lead this exciting transformation and play a defining role in shaping the future of hospitality at the Club.

The Head of Food & Beverage will create a vibrant, premium hospitality destination that delivers exceptional member experiences, drives commercial performance, and establishes the Bar & Bistro as a central part of Club life. They will be a dynamic and visible leader who thrives in a hands-on environment, enjoys building high-performing teams, and is passionate about delivering memorable hospitality experiences.

This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious and experienced hospitality leader to take ownership of a premium food and beverage operation at a pivotal moment in its development. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and working as part of the Senior Management Team, the Head of Food & Beverage will lead the successful opening, launch, and ongoing operation of the Club’s newly refurbished Bar & Bistro, while overseeing all wider food, beverage, restaurant, bar, and events operations across the Club.

Key Responsibilities

Launching the New Bar & Bistro

• Lead the successful opening and operational launch of the Club’s newly refurbished Bar & Bistro
• Help shape the guest experience, service culture, beverage offer, and operational standards from day one
• Work closely with the Head Chef to develop a high-quality, seasonal food and beverage offering aligned with the Club’s premium positioning
• Create a welcoming and vibrant social environment that becomes a key destination for members and guests
• Drive awareness, engagement, and usage of the new Bar & Bistro through exceptional service and innovative hospitality experiences

Member Experience & Hospitality

• Set and continuously evolve the Club’s food and beverage service standards within a premium private members’ environment
• Deliver warm, personalised, anticipatory service that exceeds member expectations
• Oversee social events, private dining, celebrations, and corporate hospitality experiences
• Handle member feedback with professionalism, discretion, and a commitment to continuous improvement
• Act as a visible ambassador for the Club’s values of Excellence, Inclusivity, and Care

Commercial & Operational Leadership

• Own and manage the Food & Beverage budget, performance targets, and profitability
• Drive revenue growth while maintaining rigorous cost control across labour, stock, and purchasing
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure exceptional quality, value, and resilience
• Lead stock control, wet stock management, audits, and financial reporting processes
• Develop innovative hospitality and event offerings that enhance the Club’s commercial performance

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing hospitality team across bar, restaurant, kitchen, and events operations
• Foster a positive, professional culture built around accountability, teamwork, and service excellence
• Deliver structured training programmes covering service standards, product knowledge, compliance, and upselling
• Lead regular team briefings, one-to-ones, and performance reviews

Major Events & Tournament Delivery

• Play a central operational role in delivering hospitality during major events including the Lexus Birmingham Open and British Junior Open
• Coordinate staffing, logistics, and hospitality packages during tournament periods

Sustainability & Innovation

• Champion sustainable sourcing, waste reduction, and environmentally responsible operational practices
• Support the Club’s wider sustainability goals through practical and measurable initiatives
• Identify opportunities for innovation, service enhancement, and new revenue streams

Personal Attributes

• Proven senior Food & Beverage management experience within a private members’ club, five-star hotel, fine dining, or premium hospitality environment
• Experience opening, relaunching, or repositioning hospitality venues would be highly advantageous
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including budgeting, stock control, labour management, and revenue growth
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams within a service-led environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with members and stakeholders
• A hands-on leadership style with exceptional attention to detail and service standards
• Strong operational knowledge including licensing, allergen regulations, food safety, and hospitality best practice
• The flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays in line with operational requirements

About Us

Edgbaston Priory Club is a premier racquets and lifestyle members’ club set within 14 acres of beautiful grounds in the heart of Birmingham. We are also a proud tournament venue, hosting the Lexus Birmingham Open and the British Junior Open Squash Championships.

Our vision is to be the best member-led racquets and fitness club, delivering excellence and connection both on and off the court. Our values are Excellence, Community and Inclusivity and we are committed to delivering exceptional experiences across every aspect of Club life – sport, fitness, social and leisure.