Food and Beverage Manager

Ocean Place Resort & Spa•Long Branch, NJ

22h•$68,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management and execution of food and beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, lounges, banquet service, and licensed outlets if applicable. This role ensures consistent service delivery, operational efficiency, and compliance with brand standards while supporting financial performance and guest satisfaction. The Food & Beverage Manager works closely with department leadership to implement strategy, manage teams, and maintain high service standards.

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive food and beverage experience in a hotel or hospitality environment required
Prior supervisory or management experience in restaurant, bar, or banquet operations required
Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, alcohol service, and regulatory compliance
Proficiency in point-of-sale (POS) systems, scheduling software, and Microsoft Office
Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Medium work: exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently
Ability to stand, walk, and be present on the floor for extended periods of time
Ability to respond quickly to operational needs
Maintain a professional, service-oriented demeanor at all times
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with guests, associates, and leadership
Demonstrate strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and make sound operational decisions
Attend all required hotel meetings, training sessions, and leadership meetings
Maintain regular attendance in compliance with hotel scheduling requirements
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming in accordance with brand standards
Comply with all hotel policies, brand standards, and safety regulations
Maintain confidentiality of hotel, guest, and employee information
Perform other duties as assigned by management

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting multiple outlets or high-volume operations preferred
College degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted
Working knowledge of Hilton and/or Marriott food and beverage service standards preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee daily food and beverage operations across assigned outlets
Ensure consistent execution of service standards, policies, and procedures
Supervise and support restaurant, bar, banquet, and service staff
Scheduling, staffing, and labor management to meet operational and financial goals
Monitor guest service, quality, and satisfaction and address concerns promptly
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, alcohol service, and health department regulations
Support inventory control, purchasing, and cost management initiatives
Assist with training, coaching, and performance management of food and beverage staff
Partner with the Director of Food & Beverage on budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning
Support banquet and special event execution as required
Complete operational reports, incident documentation, and follow-up actions
Participate in Manager-on-Duty (M.O.D.) coverage as scheduled
Support day-to-day operations of licensed or branded food and beverage outlets (e.g., Starbucks)
Ensure service, quality, cleanliness, and brand standards are consistently met
Assist with staffing, scheduling, training, and performance oversight
Support compliance with brand audits, reporting, and operational requirements