F&B Manager (Outlets Manager)

Austin, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Free room nights

discounted room rates

Job Description

Summer on Music Lane is the vibrant full-service restaurant located within Hotel Magdalena, offering guests an authentic and unpretentious dining experience inspired by the relaxed sophistication of a lake house weekend. This establishment boasts a diverse menu that honors old-school hospitality infused with a modern Austin flair, presenting honest cooking that caters to a variety of palates. Complementing the dining venue is the seasonal Magdalena Pool Bar, a lively hotspot attracting visitors seeking sunny, fun, and relaxing summer days. Additional offerings include an In-Room Dining service, enabling guests to enjoy popular dishes from Summer on Music Lane in the comfort of their own rooms, and a Mini Bar that promises convenience for hotel visitors. Hotel Magdalena proudly provides a unique hospitality experience backed by a commitment to guest satisfaction, quality, and community engagement.

The Food & Beverage Manager at Summer on Music Lane is a pivotal leadership role responsible for the overall management and operational success of multiple food and beverage outlets within the hotel. This multi-faceted role requires overseeing daily activities including a three-meal restaurant, In-Room Dining, Mini Bar, and the seasonal Magdalena Pool Bar to ensure exceptional service quality, operational efficiency, and strong financial performance. The manager will lead front-of-house teams with a hands-on approach, focusing on effective scheduling, training, coaching, and performance management to uphold high standards of service and guest satisfaction. Collaboration with culinary, event operations, and hotel leadership teams is essential to deliver seamless dining and event experiences, enhancing the overall guest journey.

Key responsibilities include managing the beverage program, inventory control, ordering, labor management, and cost reduction initiatives, with a strong emphasis on marketing and promotional strategies to boost outlet visibility, guest engagement, and revenue growth. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, making sound operational decisions independently while fostering a positive workplace culture centered on hospitality excellence and team development. This role demands excellent communication skills, an understanding of labor cost control, compliance with health and safety regulations, and a commitment to maintaining cleanliness and safety standards. Moreover, the Food & Beverage Manager must exemplify leadership presence during peak business periods, supporting teams and ensuring that operational standards meet organizational goals.

Hotel Magdalena offers an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a company-matched 401K plan, free room nights, discounted rates at Hyatt Hotels for friends and family, generous paid time off, and wellness initiatives like complimentary Headspace subscriptions. Additional perks include discounts at popular retailers such as Apple, AT&T, Verizon, and more, underscoring the hotel's dedication to employee well-being and work-life balance. The Food & Beverage Manager position requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying weather conditions in both indoor and outdoor settings. Hotel Magdalena embraces diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging candidates with a range of experiences to apply and contribute uniquely to the Hyatt family.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or equivalent
previous experience in food and beverage management
ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
strong organizational and communication skills
knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
ability to lead and motivate a diverse team
proficiency in inventory and labor cost management

Job Qualifications

previous experience in managing multiple hotel food and beverage operations is highly preferred
knowledge of labor cost control and inventory management
strong leadership and team development skills
ability to handle customer complaints effectively
excellent communication and interpersonal skills
understanding of health, safety, and liquor regulations
capability to work in a fast-paced environment and make operational decisions independently

Job Duties

ensure all employees adhere to dress code policies for their scheduled shift
assist in resolving customer complaints regarding food service
train and supervise workers in food preparation, and in service, sanitation and safety procedures
inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure efficient service and conformance to standards
observe and evaluate work procedures in order to ensure quality standards and service
ensure guests receive indulgent service by maintaining a properly staffed restaurant
monitor employee and patron activities to ensure liquor regulations are obeyed
demonstrate a working understanding of labor cost control through effective scheduling and proactive management
establish cost improvement objectives and implement action plans
follow and lead inventory standards and procedures to consistently conduct an accurate inventory every month
perform personnel actions, consulting with hr and other managers as necessary
ensure staff has a complete understanding of their job requirements and training before holding them accountable for results
analyze operational problems, such as theft and wastage, and establish procedures to alleviate these problems
monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving, and building maintenance in lodging and dining facilities
ensure open lines of communication with staff, all departments and upper management at all times via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all needs of the hotel are met
maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area
adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos and verbal instruction
maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property
keep track of safety and emergency procedures and osah requirements
must be able to work independently and make sound operational decisions in a fast-paced environment
expected to be present during peak business periods to support service, coach teams, and ensure operational standards are met
may be required to respond to operational needs outside of regularly scheduled hours