Food and Beverage Manager

Burbank, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $47,300.00 - $76,500.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Job Description

San Vicente Bungalows is a prestigious private members-only club located in West Hollywood, California. Established in 2018, it has quickly distinguished itself as a premier destination for those seeking an exclusive and refined social experience. Designed to offer an oasis of tranquility and luxury, San Vicente Bungalows provides personalized service to its elite clientele. Following the success of the flagship location in West Hollywood, the club expanded to Santa Monica in 2024 and New York City in 2025, marking its presence in important metropolitan hubs dedicated to luxury hospitality and exclusive membership culture. SVB is renowned for its dedication to privacy, impeccable service standards, and creating a welcoming environment for high-profile members and guests alike.

The Food and Beverage Manager role at San Vicente Bungalows is a key leadership position within the club, reporting directly to the General Manager. This role involves overseeing the daily front-of-house food and beverage operations, ensuring that both service standards and member satisfaction are consistently exceeded. The manager will play a pivotal role in sustaining the club's reputation for excellence by maintaining seamless communication between staff and management, supervising and training team members, and managing operational efficiencies. As a critical member of the management team, this position also entails fostering a positive work culture, ensuring compliance with safety and cleanliness protocols, and managing costs and schedules effectively.

The Food and Beverage Manager is expected to not only handle operational tasks but also to champion the club's high standards of luxury hospitality. This includes developing training programs, managing staff performance, and responding promptly to member feedback and concerns. Candidates for this role should have a deep passion for the hospitality industry, particularly within the exclusive club environment, and possess a proactive and enthusiastic approach to leadership. This position requires a strong ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting, excellent organizational skills, and an ability to build and motivate a high-performing team. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is essential to meet the demands of the members. By taking on this role, the Food and Beverage Manager will contribute significantly to maintaining San Vicente Bungalows' status as a benchmark for luxury and personalized member service excellence.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in hospitality or related field
Minimum of 5 years management experience in a luxury hospitality environment
Proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service
Strong knowledge of food and beverage operations and safety regulations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team
Proficiency with restaurant management software such as OpenTable and Resy
Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety
Ability to handle member complaints and resolve conflicts professionally
Self-motivated with a positive and proactive attitude
Capable of maintaining composure in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Job Qualifications

An enthusiastic and proactive approach to building relationships and delivering exceptional member experiences
5+ years management experience
A passion for luxury hospitality and an understanding of the exclusive membership culture
Proven work experience as a Restaurant Manager or similar role
Extensive food and beverage (F&B) knowledge, with ability to remember and recall ingredients and dishes to inform guests and wait staff
Familiarity with restaurant management software, like OpenTable and Resy
Strong leadership, motivational and people skills
Must be able to prioritize and delegate work with effective and consistent follow-through
Highly organized with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy
Self-motivated with high energy level
Must be a team player working with all levels of management and staff, and possess the ability to lead and motive staff
Must be able and willing to work long hours, flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed
Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment

Job Duties

Supervise shifts and manage the floor by being present at all times
Hire and train new front of house employees
Create and build a weekly training calendar to ensure team learning and development
Deliver superior service and maximize and monitor member satisfaction
Respond efficiently and accurately to member and guest complaints
Appraise staff performance and provide feedback to improve productivity
Update menus and operation hours regularly either online or offline and brief the team accordingly
Discipline team members when necessary and hold each individual accountable for the expectations from their role
Identify staffing needs and work with Human Resources on sourcing, interviewing and hiring candidates
Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations
Manage labor cost through efficient scheduling and shift management
Control operational costs and identify measures to cut waste
Assist in the preparation of daily and weekly payrolls and ensure timecards are accurate and time-off requests approved
Assist in the completion of all necessary paperwork associated with the revenues and labor of the restaurant
Have strong knowledge of all food and beverage items offered, including ingredients, methods of preparation and proper service
Assist in the completion and conducting of performance evaluations for restaurant staff
Maintain a daily log for communication between restaurant staff and with upper management as well as maintaining effective communication with employees and other departments