Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

Surety Hotel is a distinguished hospitality establishment located in the historic Hippee Building in downtown Des Moines. This beautifully restored 1913 Beaux-Arts landmark is part of the Marriott Autograph Collection, blending the building's rich independent character with world-class hospitality standards. With 137 guest rooms and suites along with vibrant gathering spaces and onsite dining at Mulberry Street Tavern, Surety Hotel is a premier destination for travelers and a point of pride for the local community. The hotel is deeply rooted in the values of connection and community, exemplified by its commitment to delivering unmatched service, exceptional design, and superior hospitality inspired by the essence of a surety bond.

The Assistant Food & Beverage (F&B) Manager at Surety Hotel plays a critical leadership role in maintaining the excellence of the hotel’s food and beverage operations. Reporting directly to the Food & Beverage Manager, this position demands a strategic yet hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. The Assistant F&B Manager will oversee operations across multiple service areas, including the restaurant, bar, cafe, in-room dining, and banquet services, driving seamless execution from breakfast through dinner and special events.

This role is pivotal in ensuring that every guest receives personalized and memorable experiences, whether in the Tavern, cafe, or during an event. The individual will serve as manager on duty during assigned shifts, embodying the company’s culture and standards by actively engaging with associates and guests. The role requires a leader who is not only capable of managing operational details but also inspiring and motivating their team through coaching and collaboration.

As Surety Hotel is part of a rapidly growing Aparium Hotel Group, the Assistant F&B Manager must balance tactical execution with long-term strategic planning. The successful candidate will be deeply involved in driving initiatives that enhance guest satisfaction while maintaining cost controls and operational efficiencies. The position demands a high level of organizational skill, adaptability to unpredictable circumstances, and a positive and professional demeanor.

Leaders at Surety Hotel are expected to foster a supportive and inclusive work environment, continuously develop talent within the food and beverage teams, and uphold rigorous standards in service delivery. The Assistant F&B Manager will work closely with culinary teams to ensure cohesion between food quality and service excellence, while leveraging various hospitality technologies including reservation and point-of-sale systems.

This full-time exempt position offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team committed to the Aparium difference—where no egos are allowed and collaboration, respect, and humility are fundamental. The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager is essential in upholding Surety Hotel’s mission to celebrate local culture while offering top-tier hospitality experiences. Compensation details are competitive and commensurate with experience, reflective of the critical nature of this role in the hotel’s operational success.