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Lead the Experience from Kitchen to Guest
Are you a hospitality leader who knows that great food, exceptional service, and a strong team are the ingredients for a successful operation? We're looking for a Food & Beverage Manager to oversee the day-to-day food and beverage operation, lead our culinary and service team, and ensure every guest receives a consistent, high-quality experience.
This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing people, food quality, operations, cost control, and guest satisfaction. You'll work closely with the General Manager, Sales team, banquet staff, department leaders, and guests to create memorable experiences while maintaining brand standards and profitability.
What's in It for You

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development
• Supportive, team-oriented hospitality environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on food quality, guest satisfaction, and team performance
• Hotel and employee benefits may be available based on eligibility

What You'll Do

• Oversee the daily operation of the food and beverage department, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and banquet functions as applicable.
• Lead daily food production and service while ensuring quality, consistency, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
• Review Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), participate in weekly BEO meetings, and develop clear plans to execute events successfully.
• Delegate preparation, service, and cleaning assignments while monitoring pace, quality, consistency, and productivity.
• Maintain high food quality standards while utilizing fresh, high-quality ingredients whenever possible.
• Ensure all food is prepared according to standardized recipes, plating specifications, product specifications, and hotel brand standards.
• Schedule and supervise Food & Beverage Associates based on business needs and anticipated volume.
• Train, coach, and develop team members on food preparation, service expectations, safety, sanitation, and brand requirements.
• Clearly communicate expectations, provide regular feedback, and hold team members accountable for performance.
• Build strong communication and collaboration between Front of House and Back of House teams.
• Monitor food and beverage costs and prepare food efficiently to minimize waste and maximize profitability.
• Purchase, receive, organize, stock, and rotate food and beverage products and supplies.
• Conduct and maintain accurate monthly food and alcohol inventories.
• Cost-code invoices and maintain required department expense and DECK reports.
• Work with the Sales team on pricing and proposals for potential business and banquet opportunities.
• Ensure deliveries are properly received, logged, stored, and rotated.
• Maintain Back of House areas at or above established inspection and cleanliness standards through consistent monitoring and follow-up.
• Complete daily and weekly documentation checks to ensure operational consistency and brand standards are maintained from shift to shift.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, loss prevention, infection control, and workplace safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and county liquor laws.
• Maintain required food safety certifications and ensure team members remain current on required brand training.
• Respond to guest needs and concerns professionally and promptly, working to resolve issues and create a positive experience.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-5 years of experience in food and beverage, culinary, restaurant, hotel, banquet, or hospitality management preferred.
• Experience leading and developing a food and beverage team.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, food handling, sanitation, safety, and loss prevention practices.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety certification preferred/required based on applicable regulations.
• Experience with standardized recipes, plating specifications, inventory management, and food cost control.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic business documentation.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to understand guest needs, resolve concerns, and maintain a professional guest experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, clients, supervisors, department heads, banquet teams, and coworkers.
• Ability to work collaboratively with both Front of House and Back of House teams.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays as business needs require.
• Ability to lead by example, make sound decisions, and hold team members accountable.

Physical Requirements
This is an active, hands-on hospitality leadership position. The role requires:

• Frequent walking and standing throughout the workday.
• Frequent bending, stooping, sitting, standing, and reaching.
• Ability to occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder level.
• Ability to safely use proper body mechanics and lifting techniques.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

You Know You're Successful When...
You know you're successful when food and beverage operations run smoothly, guests consistently receive excellent service and high-quality products, banquet and restaurant functions are executed according to expectations, inventory and costs are well controlled, Back of House areas consistently meet brand and inspection standards, and your team understands what is expected of them and has the training, support, and accountability needed to perform at their best. You build a strong partnership between the Front of House and Back of House, maintain open communication with Sales and other departments, and create a positive team environment where associates take pride in the guest experience.
Why Join Our Team?
We believe hospitality is about more than serving food-it's about creating experiences people remember. As a Food & Beverage Manager, you'll be an ambassador, consultant, collaborator, and coach, helping your team deliver exceptional service while ensuring the operation performs at a high level.
If you're a hands-on hospitality leader who enjoys developing people, maintaining high standards, and creating outstanding food and beverage experiences, we'd love to meet you.