Deputy Terrace Manager
The team of The Lanesborough are waiting for you to have an exceptional experience!
We have an exceptional opportunity to join our Terrace Team at The Lanesborough.
An exciting new opening is forthcoming, marking a considered addition to our food and beverage offer. This new outlet presents an opportunity to be part of something from its earliest stages. Further information, including details of the brand leading the concept, will be shared in due course.
The Lanesborough
Awarded No. 1 Hotel in London in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards, on the doorstep of Hyde Park, just a short walk from Harrods, Harvey Nichols and London’s most exclusive shopping district; Sloane Street and Knightsbridge, this grand luxury mansion has undergone an inspired renovation by the famed interior designer Alberto Pinto. The hotel is home to 93 luxurious suites and bedrooms, modern British dining at The Lanesborough Grill, the vibrant Library Bar and Garden Room and the magnificent Lanesborough Club & Spa.
Oetker Collection
Masterpiece Hotels
Oetker Hotels are true masterpieces located in the world’s most desirable destinations. Each property is a landmark and a timeless icon of elegance. With deep devotion to local culture and community, our Hosts of Choice preserve a tradition of legendary European hospitality and genuine family spirit that began in 1872.
Candidate Profile
As Deputy Terrace Manager, you will take pride in delivering refined hospitality, with a natural ability to engage guests and build meaningful, long‑standing relationships. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the opening of a new terrace within the hotel, contributing to the creation of a distinctive guest experience from its very beginning. You will support the day‑to‑day management of the terrace, ensuring service is consistently courteous, professional and attentive. You will be visible on the floor, leading by example and ensuring each guest interaction reflects the elegance and service standards of the hotel. You will play an active role in shaping the culture of the team, encouraging thoughtful ideas and supporting collaboration across the wider Food & Beverage department. Developing the skills and confidence of the bar team will be central to your role, through effective training, coaching and mentoring. Flexibility is essential, as the role may require covering a variety of shifts.
Key Requirements
The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
· Supervisory or managerial bar experience in a luxury establishment essential and experience within London is desired.
· Excellent beverage product knowledge is essential.
· Excellent command of the English language and a second language would be preferred
· Immaculate grooming standards.
· Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
· Confident with various procedures such as performance reviews, recruitment and training.
· Please note this role may require an element of manual handling.
In return
We believe in recognising and valuing the contributions of our team members. To support your wellbeing and growth, we provide a robust reward and benefits package, including:
Financial Wellbeing
· Competitive salary package
· Discretionary Company Sick Pay
· Season ticket loan
· Enhanced Pension Scheme
· Life Insurance
· Complimentary dry cleaning
· Safety shoes
· Retail discounts around Victoria, Westminster, and Whitehall
Health & Wellness
· Complimentary meals on duty
· Cycle to Work scheme
· Flu vaccinations
· Discounted chiropodist and massage treatments
· Substantiality initiates
· Social and sports activities
· EAP - Employee Assistance Programme
Career Growth & Personal Development
· Internal transfer and promotion opportunities
· Cross-departmental exposure
· Partnered with industry-leading training providers
· Internal learning gateway
· Free access to e-learning platform offering job-specific training and personal growth courses
· Subsidised professional qualifications and certified training programmes
· Financial incentives for bringing talents to The Lanesborough via ‘Recommend-A-Friend’ scheme
Recognition & Social Initiatives
· Award programmes throughout the year with generous prizes
· Long service awards
· Preferential room rate at The Lanesborough for you and your family
· 50% discount on F&B and Club & Spa treatments
· Social events (e.g. Annual Party, Recognition Celebrations, Children's Christmas Party, Departmental Appreciation Day, pub quiz, etc.)
· Celebrating your important moments (birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, newborns, etc.)
· Retirement parties
*Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.
Eligibility
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
- Department
- Food & Beverage Services
- Locations
- The Lanesborough
- Contract starting date
- 01 July, 2026
About Oetker Hotels
Oetker Hotels are true masterpieces located in the world’s most desirable destinations. Each property is a landmark and a timeless icon of elegance. With deep devotion to local culture and community, our Hosts of Choice preserve a tradition of legendary European hospitality and genuine family spirit that began in 1872.
The collection includes Le Bristol Paris, Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa in Baden-Baden, Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes, Château Saint-Martin & Spa in Vence, The Lanesborough in London, L’Apogée Courchevel, Eden Rock-St Barths, Jumby Bay Island in Antigua, Palácio Tangará in São Paulo, Hotel La Palma in Capri, The Vineta Hotel in Palm Beach, and more than 150 private villas around the globe. In 2027, a new masterpiece will be opening in Saint-Tropez.