Food And Beverage Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 3 years of progressive food and beverage management experience, preferably in a hotel, resort, upscale restaurant, or similar hospitality environment.
• Strong operational leadership skills, including the ability to motivate, develop, and hold teams accountable.
• Solid understanding of food and beverage financials, including labor management, forecasting, inventory, cost controls, and revenue optimization.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Guest-focused leadership style and willingness to be highly visible and hands-on in the operation.
• Knowledge of food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience leading multiple food and beverage functions or outlets.
• Experience with catering, group business, private events, or banquet operations.
• Strong beverage knowledge and experience overseeing bar operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for restaurant, bar, beverage, catering, and front-of-house food and beverage operations.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop food and beverage leaders and team members, building a culture of accountability, hospitality, and professional growth.
• Oversee staffing and scheduling according to business levels, productivity goals, service standards, and labor targets.
• Maintain a strong presence throughout the operation and ensure consistent execution of service, presentation, cleanliness, and guest-experience standards.
• Partner with the Executive Chef on menu development, pricing, promotions, special events, and food and beverage strategy.
• Identify opportunities to increase revenue, improve margins, and enhance the guest experience.
• Analyze forecasts, revenue reports, labor costs, cost of goods, and other operating metrics to maximize departmental profitability.
• Manage beverage programming, inventory controls, purchasing, and cost-management initiatives.
• Lead monthly inventory processes and ensure appropriate controls for food, beverage, and operating supplies.
• Work with Sales and Events teams to ensure successful execution of catering, group business, private events, and special functions.
• Ensure function billing, payroll administration, and other departmental reporting are completed accurately and on time.
• Respond professionally and proactively to guest feedback, service issues, and special requests.
• Partner with Engineering and other support departments to ensure food and beverage facilities and equipment are properly maintained.
• Participate in property leadership meetings and contribute to broader operational and financial initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable food safety, sanitation, alcohol-service, and workplace-safety requirements.