Room Mate Hotels (www.room-matehotels.com) is a Spanish hotel chain that has 2 hotels in the Netherlands (Amsterdam and Rotterdam), as well as hotels in major European cities. We believe that staying with a friend is the best way to travel and we want our guests to feel the same. We are growing fast, and will soon have a presence in most major cities.
Room Mate Aitana opened its door in august 2013 and counts 285 spacious, bright and luxurious rooms, meetings rooms, a ballroom, a gym, Lounge, a marina and hosts a modern international restaurant with Spanish flavours.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to join our team. Do you love starting your day full of energy? Then this is your chance to become part of an ambitious team in a dynamic hotel environment.
What will you be doing?
As Assistant Food & Beverage Manager, you support the Food & Beverage Manager in leading all daily F&B operations within the hotel. You are a visible leader on the floor, working flexible shifts including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and are responsible for the restaurant, cocktail bar, and banqueting operations. Your focus is on delivering outstanding guest experiences while supporting operational excellence and leading a team of supervisors, waiters and barkeepers.
Key Responsibilities
Guest Experience & Service Excellence
Ensure a warm, high-quality guest experience across all F&B outlets
Supervise breakfast, lunch, and dinner services according to the schedule
Oversee daily operations of the cocktail bar, ensuring service quality, product knowledge, and atmosphere
Support and coordinate special events and banquets
Actively promote menus, cocktails, and seasonal promotions
Team Leadership & Training
Support staff scheduling and shift planning for Restaurant, Cocktail Bar, Kitchen, and Banqueting
Train, coach, and motivate team members on service standards and guest interaction
Contribute to a positive, service-driven team culture
Operations & Coordination
Support menu updates, launches, and seasonal offerings
Assist in developing beverage concepts and cocktail promotions
Inventory, Purchasing & Cost Control
Monitor inventory levels for food, beverages, and supplies
Assist with ordering, receiving, and monthly stock counts
Ensure correct storage, FIFO procedures, and par level management
Support food & beverage cost control, including reviewing orders in BirchStreet in line with forecasts and event planning
Financial & POS Support
Assist with daily sales reporting and cash handling
Monitor POS transactions and resolve discrepancies
Hygiene, Safety & Compliance
Ensure cleanliness of all service, bar, storage, and kitchen areas
Enforce food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards in accordance with Bureau de Witt guidelines
Monitor compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations
Who are we looking for?
Passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences
Experience in food & beverage operations, preferably within a hotel environment
Comfortable working rotating shifts (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Hands-on leader with strong coaching and communication skills
Organized, flexible, and able to multitask in a dynamic setting
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards
Strong admin skills.
What’s in it for you?
A competitive salary + 8% holiday allowance
Travel allowance up to €150 per month
25 vacation days + an extra paid week off (6 weeks total)
Exchangeable public holidays
Discounts at Room Mate hotels worldwide
And much more!
Would you like to bring your passion for hospitality into a professional and international work environment? Apply now – we can’t wait to meet you!