Food & Beverage Manager

This position is offered by a leading entertainment and recreational establishment known for its vibrant visitor experiences and commitment to excellence in guest services. Specializing in theme park operations, the company is dedicated to creating memorable dining and entertainment experiences for a wide range of guests every day. With a strong focus on safety compliance, operational excellence, and brand integrity, the organization prides itself on fostering an energetic, engaging atmosphere for both employees and visitors. The company operates multiple food and beverage locations across its park, with a renowned reputation for quality, creativity, and guest satisfaction. Their approach to management emphasizes hands-on leadership, continuous improvement, and teamwork, aligning closely with their mission of delivering outstanding service and a fun, entertaining environment.

The role of Food and Beverage Manager is crucial to maintaining and elevating the high standards of all assigned food and beverage locations. Reporting directly to the Director of Food & Beverage, this management position involves overseeing every aspect of operations including financial performance, guest service quality, team development, cleanliness, and safety compliance. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the business units under their care to achieve exceptional financial results by monitoring revenue streams, managing costs, and optimizing inventory control. In addition, this role demands a proactive leader who actively engages with team members and guests through "Management by walking around," thereby cultivating strong relationships and gaining valuable insights into daily operational challenges.

The Food and Beverage Manager leads their teams by setting clear standards, enforcing policies consistently, and demonstrating exemplary conduct. Beyond daily operational management, this role involves mentoring staff, supporting succession planning, and coaching team members to build talent and enhance overall team performance. Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including those specific to the park, is a critical responsibility, as is maintaining top health department inspection scores. This role also doubles as the Park Duty Manager when required, underscoring the importance of leadership presence and quick decision-making during operational hours.

Ideal candidates for this position will have a bachelor's degree in management or a related field, plus several years of experience in food and beverage operations within multi-unit or theme park settings. They possess excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and are adept at balancing multiple priorities while fostering collaboration across departments. Technical proficiency with tools like Microsoft Word and Excel, along with certification in ServSafe Manager and ServSafe Alcohol, further supports their capability to manage diverse operational aspects.

This role requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays to support the dynamic needs of the park. The Food and Beverage Manager plays an essential part in delivering a safe, efficient, and enjoyable dining experience to guests, continuously striving to exceed business objectives and contribute positively to the brand's reputation. This employment opportunity offers a challenging yet rewarding environment for those passionate about food service management and guest experience enhancement within a leading entertainment venue.