FOH Manager for Corporate Dining Cafe

Tres LA Group•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Front-of-House (FOH) Manager will lead the daily FOH operations of a high-volume corporate dining café. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who loves hospitality, develops strong teams, and knows how to create an organized, welcoming, and consistently excellent guest experience. The FOH Manager will lead the FOH team, partner closely with culinary and management teams, and ensure that service, safety, presentation, and daily operations meet the company's standards. Flexibility to support multiple café locations may occasionally be required.

Requirements

7+ years of hospitality experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or comparable management role
Experience managing teams in high-volume hospitality, restaurant, or café
Strong understanding of food service operations, food safety, allergens, and sanitation standards
A genuine hospitality mindset and commitment to exceptional service
Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and solutions-focused in a fast-paced environment
Confidence balancing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail
Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and digital operational tools
Current California Food Protection Manager certification or ability to obtain required certification
Authorization to work in the United States
Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screening
Availability to work Monday–Friday, approximately 6:00 AM–3:00 PM
Professional and polished presence appropriate for a client-facing leadership role

Nice To Haves

Experience in corporate dining is a HUGE PLUS!
Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Business, Management, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, train, and develop the Front of House team
Set the standard for warm, polished, and attentive hospitality
Oversee daily café operations and ensure smooth, efficient service
Create weekly FOH schedules and manage daily staffing needs
Conduct pre-service and ongoing quality checks of stations, displays, beverages, and FOH-prepared items
Partner closely with culinary leadership to ensure seamless execution between FOH and BOH
Participate in menu meetings and coordinate weekly menus and café signage
Ensure accurate allergen, ingredient, and menu information is communicated to guests
Lead ongoing training around food safety, HACCP, allergens, workplace safety, and operational standards
Conduct regular team meetings, coaching, and performance conversations
Partner with Talent/HR on recruiting, onboarding, and developing FOH team members
Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable health, safety, and employment requirements
Monitor operational systems, reporting, and daily meal-count data for accuracy
Oversee FOH inventory, supplies, equipment, and ordering needs
Identify and quickly resolve service, equipment, cleanliness, and operational concerns
Support sustainability initiatives and responsible operating practices
Continuously identify opportunities to improve service, efficiency, and the overall guest experience