Food & Beverage Manager

Gainesville, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Exclusive hotel discounts

Career growth opportunities

paid volunteer time

Lifestyle discounts

Job Description

Naples Hotel Group is a family-owned hospitality business that prides itself on creating a workplace culture rooted in genuine relationships and mutual respect. Known for its commitment to high-quality service and a collaborative team environment, Naples Hotel Group operates a portfolio of hotels dedicated to providing memorable guest experiences. The company fosters a supportive culture where every team member's voice is valued, offering numerous opportunities for career advancement and personal growth within the hospitality industry. Their emphasis on kindness, respect, and shared success creates a workplace that is both nurturing and professionally rewarding.

The Food & Beverage Manager at Naples Hotel Group plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the dining experience offered at their establishments is exemplary and consistently exceeds guest expectations. This role involves comprehensive management of restaurant operations, including staff supervision, quality control, and compliance with health and safety standards. The manager is responsible for harmonizing front-of-house and back-of-house activities during shifts, orchestrating a seamless flow that optimizes both operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.

The position is full-time and includes a robust benefits package that supports both personal wellbeing and long-term financial security, such as paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and exclusive discounts. The Food & Beverage Manager is expected to embody the company's purpose of "hospitality from our family to yours," acting as both a leader and mentor, while driving the business's financial success through careful budget management, cost control, and high standards of service delivery.

This role requires a balance of operational expertise, team leadership, and guest relations skills. The Manager will handle a variety of tasks from staff hiring and training to inventory and vendor coordination, ensuring all procedures meet the hotel's brand standards and regulatory requirements. They will also play an active role in marketing initiatives and stay abreast of competitive trends to keep the dining experience fresh and appealing. Exceptional communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail are critical for success in this fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Job Requirements

Must be able to lift push pull or carry up to 50 pounds
Requires frequent standing walking bending reaching stretching and lifting throughout the shift
Must have manual dexterity to perform precise tasks such as pouring beverages handling kitchen tools and operating bar equipment
Requires visual acuity to inspect food and beverage quality and operate POS and back-office systems
Ability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced high-stress environment
Must be able to work in various environmental conditions including hot kitchens cold storage areas and loud dining or bar areas

Job Qualifications

3-5 years of progressive experience in food and beverage operations including both front-of-house and back-of-house roles
Supervisory or management experience in a restaurant hotel or hospitality environment required
Strong knowledge of inventory control ordering procedures and vendor relations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with team members guests and vendors
Proficient in using smartphones computers and common business software applications strong keyboard and data entry skills
Prior experience using POS systems required familiarity with restaurant or hotel-specific systems preferred
TIPS certification required training provided if not currently certified
ServSafe certification required training provided if not currently certified
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and time management
Ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings evenings weekends and holidays based on business needs

Job Duties

Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations ensuring efficiency profitability and guest satisfaction
Set operating goals and objectives in alignment with hotel standards and business targets
Prepare implement and enforce standard operating procedures
Coordinate all front-of-house and back-of-house activities during assigned shifts
Ensure all operations comply with health safety food hygiene and alcohol service regulations
Conduct regular inspections of the dining room kitchen and storage areas to ensure cleanliness safety and brand compliance
Ensure proper timekeeping tip handling and shift documentation procedures are followed