Calling All ex Yachting Staff - Food and Beverage Manager - London

Travelling Food & Beverage Manager (UHNW Private Residence)

Central London

£90,000 per annum + excellent benefits

International travel required (up to 3 times per year, 2–3 weeks per trip)

A rare and prestigious opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly polished Travelling Food & Beverage Manager to join an Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) private household based in Central London.

This pivotal role requires an exceptional individual to lead and manage both the Butler and Chef departments, ensuring world-class dining experiences and seamless service delivery across multiple residences in London and abroad.

You will be instrumental in delivering absolute consistency, discretion, and excellence, while anticipating the needs and preferences of the Principals and their guests at all times.

Responsibilities:

• Department Leadership & Operations
• Oversee daily operations of Butler and Chef teams, ensuring efficiency and excellence
• Manage rotas, holiday planning, and staffing schedules
• Maintain departmental purchasing lists with a focus on premium quality sourcing
• Track team priorities to ensure accountability and performance
• Service Excellence
• Establish and uphold exceptional service standards across all residences
• Train, mentor, and manage butler and service teams
• Act as lead manager during all dining service and formal occasions

Dining & Event Management

• Plan and execute private dining experiences and high-profile events
• Design detailed seating plans in line with protocol
• Oversee table styling and presentation to exacting standards
• Liaise closely with the Lady of the House on all dining aesthetics

Guest Experience

• Maintain a detailed guest database including preferences, allergies, and dietary requirements
• Deliver highly personalised, seamless dining experiences
• Anticipate needs with discretion and precision
• Culinary Coordination & Procurement
• Collaborate with chefs on menu development and innovation
• Source premium suppliers, with a focus on high-quality and organic produce
• Manage procurement and supplier relationships
• Principal Liaison
• Prepare and present weekly dining schedules
• Propose bespoke dining concepts and themed experiences
• Introduce creative initiatives (e.g. curated luxury takeaway evenings)
• International Travel & Multi-Residence Coordination
• Travel with Principals to support global residences
• Coordinate staffing and service delivery internationally
• Manage deployment of UK-based staff overseas

Food Safety & Stock Control

• Ensure strict food hygiene, labelling, and stock rotation practices
• Monitor storage standards and compliance

We are seeking a Food and Beverage Manager with a proven experience within a UHNW household , 5 star hotel,  luxury yacht or VIP hospitality environment. Strong leadership across both front-of-house and kitchen teams , exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail key.  In-depth knowledge of fine dining and global cuisines a plus. Discreet, professional, and service-driven candidate with flexible attitude happy with international travel and changing schedules

Ideally suit someone:

• Highly polished with a meticulous approach
• Calm, composed, and decisive under pressure
• Proactive with a solutions-focused mindset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Absolute discretion and confidentiality

Competitive salary of £90,000 per annum & Excellent benefits package