Hotel Operations Manager - F&B Isle of Skye

We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of one of our partners for an experienced Hotel Operations Manager with a strong background in Food and Beverage. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established hotel in a truly stunning location, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Cuillins on the Isle of Skye. A charming 20-bedroom hotel popular with visitors and mountain walkers One of the busiest hotels on the island during peak season Serves approximately 600 covers per day throughout the summer months You will work directly with the Managing Director, taking ownership of Food & Beverage operations. This is a hands-on,  Operationas Manager floor-based role, especially in the bar, where volume, pace, and standards are relentless. The role Running high-volume F&B service, hands-on, every day Leading from the front in the Bar during peak trading Taking control of housekeeping standards, in both rooms and public areas Managing large teams across Bar, Restaurant, and Housekeeping Driving performance, accountability, and standards across departments Conducting reviews of team Responsible for rotas, staffing levels, and operational efficiency Taking responsibility for social media content posting, ensuring consistent, on-brand output Monitoring, reviewing, and responding to customer feedback across all media outlets Analysing feedback trends and driving immediate operational improvements based on guest insight Supervising staff training Reporting regularly to the Managing Director on performance, feedback, and actions taken What is required from you Strong background in high-volume bar & restaurant operations (non-negotiable) Experience managing large teams in busy environments Proven ability in performance management Confident running probationary reviews and difficult conversations Hands-on leader, visible, present, and respected by your team Proven strong leadership skills Strong training background Strong IT skills, including systems such as Clarity (or similar) Organised, resilient, and able to handle pressure The Offer £42k+ salary + performance-related bonus (OTE £50K) Live-in accommodation available Strong tips (shared fairly across the team) Meals on shift Real opportunity to prove yourself in a serious operation Further career progression within the company