Assistant Restaurant & Banqueting Manager - London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

Job Description

The Assistant Restaurant & Banqueting Manager supports the day-to-day operation of the hotel’s restaurant, bar, banqueting and event services. Requirements typically include previous supervisory or management experience in hospitality, strong knowledge of food and beverage service, good organisation, and confidence leading a team. The successful candidate is expected to maintain Marriott service standards, deliver an excellent guest experience, coordinate events, manage staff schedules, monitor costs and stock, and respond professionally to guest feedback. Flexibility is essential, as the role may involve early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays. Strong communication, teamwork, attention to detail and a hands-on approach are important.

Company Info

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale is part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating thousands of hotels and resorts across numerous countries. The hotel provides accommodation, dining, meetings and event facilities for leisure and business guests visiting London. As a Marriott property, it is expected to follow established brand standards covering guest service, food and beverage quality, safety and operational performance. Employees typically benefit from structured training, internal career development and access to Marriott’s global hotel network. The company places strong emphasis on inclusion, teamwork, responsible business practices and creating memorable guest experiences. Working at the Maida Vale hotel offers exposure to a busy international operation, with opportunities to develop skills in restaurant service, banqueting, leadership and broader hotel management.

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The United Kingdom offers wide employment opportunities in hospitality, technology, healthcare, finance, construction, education and creative industries. London has a particularly strong hotel and tourism market, although competition and living costs are high. British culture generally values punctuality, privacy, politeness and clear communication, while cities are multicultural and socially diverse. Lifestyle options range from museums, theatres and historic towns to countryside, coastal areas and extensive public transport. Non-UK nationals should check their visa eligibility before accepting a role. Many professional positions require employer sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, and the employer and job must meet current requirements. Irish citizens have separate work rights under the Common Travel Area. Relocating applicants should budget for rent deposits, transport, healthcare-related costs and everyday expenses, and arrange accommodation and right-to-work documentation before starting employment.