Assistant Food & Beverage Manager | Full Benefits Included

San Francisco, CA, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Salary

Range $73,600.00 - $92,000.00

Benefits

Free room nights

discounted room rates

Medical insurance

prescription insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

sick leave

Paid holidays

Paid Family Bonding Time

Adoption assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

free colleague meals

Employee stock purchase plan

Retail Discounts

Job Description

Hyatt is a globally recognized hospitality company dedicated to creating a sense of belonging and offering memorable experiences to guests around the world. Known for turning trips into journeys and jobs into rewarding careers, Hyatt embraces a culture where every role matters and individuality is celebrated. The company’s approach highlights connected and sustainable travel, emphasizing human touch in all aspects of hospitality. Hyatt’s commitment to excellence positions it as a leader in the hotel industry, attracting professionals who seek meaningful career paths in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Grand Hyatt San Francisco, located in the bustling heart of Union Square, exemplifies Hyatt’s luxury and sophistication. It boasts stunning views of Union Square, the Bay, and the city skyline, providing a unique blend of contemporary comfort and residential-style amenities. Guests enjoy proximity to premier shopping, Michelin Star dining, and vibrant entertainment, making it an enticing destination for travelers seeking both relaxation and city excitement.

The role of Assistant Food & Beverage Manager at Grand Hyatt San Francisco is a crucial leadership position within the Food & Beverage department. This salaried role, with compensation ranging from $73,600 to $92,000 annually, involves supporting the daily operations of multiple food and beverage outlets including restaurants, bars, lounges, banquets, events, and in-room dining. The Assistant Manager is responsible for ensuring a seamless guest experience by maintaining high service standards, overseeing operational efficiency, and fostering a positive team culture.

This position demands a hands-on leader capable of managing both routine service and high-volume events. Candidates with experience in restaurants, bars, banquets, and hotel food and beverage operations will find this role aligns well with their skills. The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager acts as an extension of the leadership team, committing to exceptional guest satisfaction, colleague engagement, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities include maintaining visible presence during peak periods, coaching and supporting team members, managing service flow during special events, and partnering with other hotel departments like culinary, stewarding, front office, housekeeping, and engineering to promote operational excellence. The role also requires attention to detail in inventory management, cost control, payroll review, and labor tracking, all essential for maintaining profitability and quality.

Grand Hyatt San Francisco offers an enriching work environment with opportunities for professional growth. Employees benefit from excellent perks including free and discounted room nights, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company match, paid time off, family bonding support, and tuition reimbursement. This role is ideal for candidates passionate about hospitality, eager to lead teams, and committed to delivering superior service in a luxury hotel setting. Joining Hyatt means becoming part of a global community dedicated to making travel more human and careers more fulfilling.

Job Requirements

Previous food and beverage supervisory or management experience preferred
Experience in restaurants, bars, banquets, and hotel food and beverage operations strongly preferred
Previous experience in a full-service hotel, luxury hotel, convention hotel, restaurant, bar, or high-volume hospitality environment preferred
Strong guest service, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to lead colleagues, support training, and maintain service standards in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of restaurant service, bar operations, banquet service, event execution, and hotel operations preferred
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and changing business needs
Ability to work collaboratively with culinary, stewarding, events, and hotel operations teams
Basic financial understanding, including labor management, inventory, cost control, and revenue awareness preferred
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, responsible alcohol service, and applicable local regulations
Proficiency with point-of-sale systems, scheduling tools, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office preferred
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and event-based hours

Job Qualifications

Previous food and beverage supervisory or management experience preferred
Experience in restaurants, bars, banquets, and hotel food and beverage operations strongly preferred
Previous experience in a full-service hotel, luxury hotel, convention hotel, restaurant, bar, or high-volume hospitality environment preferred
Strong guest service, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to lead colleagues, support training, and maintain service standards in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of restaurant service, bar operations, banquet service, event execution, and hotel operations preferred
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and changing business needs
Ability to work collaboratively with culinary, stewarding, events, and hotel operations teams
Basic financial understanding, including labor management, inventory, cost control, and revenue awareness preferred
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, responsible alcohol service, and applicable local regulations
Proficiency with point-of-sale systems, scheduling tools, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office preferred
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and event-based hours

Job Duties

Assist in managing daily food and beverage operations across restaurants, bars, lounges, banquets, events, in-room dining, and other hotel outlets as assigned
Support the Food & Beverage leadership team in delivering consistent, high-quality service and guest satisfaction
Maintain a visible floor presence during meal periods, events, and peak business levels
Lead, coach, and support food and beverage colleagues to ensure service standards are met
Assist with opening and closing procedures, pre-shift meetings, service briefings, and daily operational communication
Monitor guest service, cleanliness, product quality, timing, and overall outlet presentation
Partner with culinary, stewarding, events, front office, housekeeping, engineering, and other hotel departments to ensure seamless operations
Support banquet and event execution, including room readiness, staffing, service flow, guest/client needs, and post-event follow-up
Assist with bar operations, including beverage service standards, responsible alcohol service, product knowledge, inventory, and guest experience
Respond to guest concerns professionally and partner with leadership on service recovery when needed
Support training, onboarding, scheduling, performance feedback, and colleague development
Help ensure compliance with health department requirements, food safety standards, alcohol service regulations, hotel policies, and safety procedures
Assist with inventory, ordering, supply levels, cash handling, payroll review, labor tracking, and cost control as assigned
Monitor service scores, guest feedback, and operational trends to identify opportunities for improvement
Promote a positive, inclusive, accountable, and service-focused team culture
Support special events, VIP experiences, holiday programming, promotions, and hotel initiatives as needed
Perform other duties as assigned by Food & Beverage leadership