Food & Beverage Manager

Sonesta International Hotels is the eighth largest hotel company in the United States and continues to expand rapidly. It operates a distinctive portfolio blending full-service and focused hotels situated in major cities. With more than 1000 properties spread across eight countries, Sonesta is recognized for its dynamic, diverse hospitality offerings that include owned, managed, and franchised establishments. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional guest experiences driven by a human-centered approach to hospitality, emphasizing passion, loyalty, and meaningful connections with guests. Its commitment to bringing quality, value, and memorable service to every stay positions Sonesta as a leading player in the hospitality industry. This robust growth and reputation make Sonesta a desirable workplace for hospitality professionals seeking career advancement and a supportive, value-driven culture.

The Food and Beverage (F&B) Manager role at Sonesta International Hotels is a vital leadership position overseeing all service aspects within food and beverage outlets such as the restaurant, lobby bar, pool bar, and banquet facilities. This full-time position offers an attractive compensation package with a salary ranging from $60,000 to $65,000 annually, depending on experience, plus eligibility for a bonus incentive of up to 10% of the base salary.

The F&B Manager is entrusted with ensuring excellence in service delivery and adherence to operational standards while maintaining concept integrity and developing beverage menus that appeal to diverse clientele. The role demands a professional who is not only attuned to current culinary and beverage trends but also adept at responding swiftly to market changes. This position demands strong leadership capabilities, with an emphasis on clear communication, team motivation, productive coaching, and stringent accountability. The successful candidate will possess the passion and experience necessary to build and lead a high-performing team that consistently upholds the highest standards of service and product quality in food and beverage offerings.

Key responsibilities include managing daily operations of multiple outlets, enforcing company policies, labor cost control, ensuring cleanliness and operational readiness of equipment and facilities, and fostering interdepartmental coordination to achieve seamless service delivery. The manager is expected to analyze guest feedback and financial outcomes regularly to monitor and improve outlet performance. Furthermore, they are responsible for attracting and retaining talent, facilitating ongoing training and development, and ensuring employee performance aligns with company expectations through regular evaluations and corrective actions when necessary.

The F&B Manager will play an integral role in supporting company initiatives, nurturing a culture of trust and integrity, and championing Sonesta’s values by inspiring team members to embody the company’s GUEST People Standards. Effective communication skills, advanced organizational capabilities, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, and a professional demeanor are essential attributes for success in this role. The position requires a team leader who not only drives operational excellence but also contributes positively to the overall mission and wellbeing of the hotel and the wider organization.

Sonesta’s comprehensive benefits package underlines its commitment to employee wellbeing and financial security. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings accounts with company matches, 401(k) retirement plans, paid time off, hotel discounts, educational assistance, parental leave, life and disability insurance, and a variety of employee perks. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to influence the guest experience positively while advancing one’s career in an established, globally respected hotel company.