Food & Beverage Manager

Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA

Flexible spending account

Basic life plan

Disability plan

401k

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

career training

Tuition Reimbursement

Bereavement leave

Employee Assistant Program

jury duty

Employee Discounts

Employee Referral Bonus

free meal

Job Description

Epicurean Hotel is a distinguished establishment renowned for its dedication to culinary excellence and guest satisfaction. Nestled as a paradise for food lovers, the hotel boasts a passionate culinary team led by a talented executive chef who prioritizes the use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients to craft dishes that tantalize both the palate and the eye. This approach reflects the hotel’s commitment to quality and the celebration of life’s pleasures through exceptional dining experiences. As a hospitality entity, the Epicurean Hotel merges luxurious accommodation with gastronomic adventures, providing guests with a unique environment where every detail is crafted to enhance their stay. The hotel embodies a philosophy that indulging in life’s flavors is the ultimate homage to living fully and joyfully, extending an invitation to guests and team members alike to share in this passion.

The Food & Beverage (F&B) Manager role at Epicurean Hotel is crafted for dynamic hospitality professionals who excel in delivering superior guest experiences. This full-time managerial position places the individual at the heart of the hotel’s culinary operations, overseeing all F&B outlets and ensuring that every guest encounter is seamless and memorable from arrival to departure. The role demands strong knowledge of wines and spirits, with a preference for candidates who possess bar and craft cocktail expertise, as well as familiarity with systems like Micros and platforms like Yelp. The Food & Beverage Manager at Epicurean Hotel will be responsible for not only maintaining high service standards but also fostering a positive team environment that supports individual growth and operational excellence. By joining the Epicurean team, the successful candidate will contribute significantly to the hotel’s mission of sharing exquisite flavors and creating memorable moments for guests, making this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about hospitality and culinary arts.

Job Requirements

Minimum two years in an Assistant Manager or Manager role at a fine dining restaurant or hotel
A fine dining wine and beverage knowledge base
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal formats
Servesafe certificate or working on renewing current certificate
Experience training and coaching restaurant staff
High school diploma equivalent degree or higher required

Job Qualifications

Minimum two years in an Assistant Manager or Manager role at a fine dining restaurant or hotel
A fine dining wine and beverage knowledge base
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal formats
Servesafe certificate or working on renewing current certificate
Experience training and coaching restaurant staff
High school diploma equivalent degree or higher required

Job Duties

Oversee day-to-day F&B operations ensuring consistent quality service standards and exceptional guest experience
Supervise shift operations collaborating with other Restaurant Managers providing direct support to servers server assistants and hosts during peak meal periods
Foster positive atmosphere by promptly addressing guest requests complaints and incidents at all F&B outlets with courteous and efficient approach including thorough follow-up to ensure guest satisfaction
Maintain accurate payroll for F&B team members ensuring all hours PTO and holidays are processed accurately and on time
Train motivate coach and discipline F&B team members in alignment with hotel standards under guidance of Restaurant General Manager
Develop and manage team schedules based on business forecasts payroll budgets and productivity requirements submitting completed schedules to General Manager and Human Resources as needed
Actively participate in departmental staff and management meetings contributing to team collaboration and strategic discussions
Uphold purchasing standards process vouchers manage invoices and oversee checkbook accounting per company guidelines
Control costs by conducting regular par checks managing inventory and ensuring portion control to reduce waste and avoid service interruptions
Perform additional duties as reasonably assigned to support the departments overall success