Director of Restaurants

Marriott International is a globally recognized leader in the hospitality industry, renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and outstanding guest experiences. The Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach, located at 3635 Fashion Way in Torrance, California, is part of this esteemed network dedicated to providing exceptional services and memorable stays for visitors in a vibrant coastal community. As a full-service hotel, the Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach offers luxurious accommodations, diverse dining options, and versatile event spaces that cater to both leisure and business travelers. The location is ideally situated to serve guests visiting the greater Los Angeles area, making it a prime destination for hospitality professionals seeking to advance their careers in a dynamic, customer-oriented environment.

This opportunity is for a full-time Management role within the Food and Beverage & Culinary department, offering an annual pay range of $82,000 to $114,000, with bonus eligibility. The position is not remote and requires presence on-site to effectively oversee operations. The key responsibility of this role is to manage all restaurant operations and staff daily, including restaurants, bars, and room service. As a department head, you will work closely with food and beverage and culinary management teams to ensure the smooth execution of all restaurant-related activities.

In this role, you will be instrumental in continually improving both guest and employee satisfaction, striving to elevate service standards while maximizing financial performance in your areas of responsibility. You will lead service and sanitation standards enforcement, manage budgets and controllable expenses, oversee event bookings, and ensure compliance with all applicable food handling, liquor laws, and property policies. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will be fostering a positive team atmosphere based on mutual respect, integrity, and excellent customer service. You will also serve as a role model in guest hospitality, providing top-tier customer interactions and feedback responses.

The role demands comprehensive knowledge of customer service principles, economics and accounting related to food and beverage operations, and critical thinking abilities to analyze data, anticipate risks, and develop effective business strategies. The manager will also take responsibility for human resource functions such as hiring, training, performance appraisal, and conflict resolution to maintain a well-functioning team aligned with the hotel's strategic objectives.

Marriott International is dedicated to equal opportunity employment, fostering inclusive environments that celebrate diversity, talent, and varied backgrounds. The company offers a vibrant community that promotes personal growth, training, development, recognition, and work-life balance. Joining this hotel means becoming a part of Marriott's legacy, pushing the boundaries of hospitality while enjoying the support of a global network. The JW Marriott brand, part of Marriott's luxury portfolio, emphasizes associate well-being and career development in a welcoming, luxury setting with holistic support known as The JW Treatment™. This management role at the Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach provides a rewarding pathway for hospitality professionals to thrive and deliver the "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." promise.