Food & Beverage Manager

Outback Steakhouse is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain famous for its hearty steaks, iconic Bloomin' Onion appetizer, and warm Australian-inspired hospitality. Established to deliver a welcoming and vibrant dining experience, Outback Steakhouse thrives on a culture that values high-quality food, exceptional guest service, and a fun, team-centered work environment. With numerous locations nationwide, the brand is dedicated to maintaining consistent operational excellence and ensuring each guest feels valued and enjoys a memorable meal. Outback Steakhouse emphasizes a friendly yet professional atmosphere where employees, known as 'Outbackers,' embody the spirit of 'No Rules, Just Right,' a motto that encourages flexibility, creativity, and genuine care for one another and guests.

The Food and Beverage Manager at Outback Steakhouse is a vital leadership role tasked with overseeing the restaurant’s daily operations, from the front of house to the back of house. This role requires a dynamic, high-energy leader who can blend the technical demands of restaurant management—such as staffing, safety, and operational efficiency—with the creative and interpersonal aspects of hospitality. The Food and Beverage Manager ensures that every detail, from food preparation to guest interactions, upholds the high standards of the Outback brand.

In this position, the manager directs the daily flow of the restaurant, ensuring that presentation and professional standards are consistently maintained to enhance guests' dining experiences. They lead recruitment efforts, interview, and train new team members, fostering a motivated and skilled workforce. A true mentor, the Food and Beverage Manager supports hourly employees' growth to help them reach their career milestones within the company.

Safety and compliance are paramount to this role, with the manager responsible for enforcing health department regulations and internal security protocols to maintain a safe environment for staff and guests. Handling guest feedback with professionalism and empathy is key, helping to convert first-time visitors into lifelong patrons by ensuring any concerns are promptly addressed.

The manager is also expected to master the menu and prep standards, guaranteeing that signature items, such as the iconic Bloomin' Onion and premium steaks, are served perfectly every time. Beyond the restaurant, the Food and Beverage Manager represents Outback Steakhouse within the local community through marketing efforts and engagement activities that promote the brand’s presence and values.

This position requires availability for a diverse schedule, including nights and weekends, to meet the operational needs of a full-service dining establishment. Candidates should possess at least one year of restaurant leadership experience, with preferred qualifications including experience managing full-service and bar operations, current food safety certification, and proficiency in basic office software. Relocation within the region is also preferable.

Outback Steakhouse offers competitive base pay, varying by location, along with performance-based bonuses. The company provides comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement savings options. Detailed eligibility information and benefits are available on the company's official benefits site.

Outback Steakhouse is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within its workforce. The company considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or other protected characteristics under applicable law. Joining Outback Steakhouse means becoming part of a supportive community where you can have fun, excel in your career, and make a meaningful impact in the hospitality industry.