FOH Manager (Seasonal Restaurant manager)

FOH Manager (Seasonal Restaurant manager) Job Category : Restaurant Management Requisition Number : FOHMA001213 Posted : October 1, 2026 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing 1 location Spago | SBH 176 N Canon Dr Beverly Hills, CA 90210, USA Description An Icon of Culinary Excellence Spago Beverly Hills is not simply a restaurant - it is a global benchmark for fine dining, innovation, and enduring excellence. Founded by Wolfgang Puck, Spago has helped define modern California cuisine while setting the standard for gracious, sophisticated hospitality. We are seeking a Seasonal FOH Manager to join our leadership team and help deliver an exceptional guest experience during a high-volume seasonal period. This is an opportunity for an experienced hospitality leader to step into one of the country’s most celebrated dining rooms and operate at the highest level of fine dining, service, and hospitality excellence . The Opportunity The Seasonal FOH Manager will play an integral role in leading daily front-of-house operations, supporting the management team, and ensuring every guest experience reflects the standards synonymous with Spago. The ideal candidate is a polished, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment and understands that Michelin-level hospitality is defined by consistency, precision, anticipation, genuine warmth, and attention to every detail. This individual will be highly visible on the floor, confidently leading service while supporting the team, anticipating guest needs, and maintaining seamless communication between the front and back of house. The Role As a Seasonal FOH Manager, you will: Lead and support front-of-house operations during service Maintain a highly visible and engaged presence on the floor Ensure service is executed with precision, timing, warmth, and discretion Anticipate guest needs and proactively address opportunities throughout the dining experience Coach and support service staff in real time, leading by example Uphold Spago’s standards for hospitality, presentation, professionalism, and service excellence Partner closely with culinary, beverage, and restaurant leadership to create a seamless guest experience Handle guest feedback and service recovery with poise, professionalism, and sound judgment Support opening, closing, side work, and daily operational procedures Monitor dining room flow, pacing, reservations, and table management Assist with training, pre-shift meetings, and ongoing team development Maintain a strong understanding of food, wine, beverage, and fine dining service Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety standards, and operational procedures Leadership & Culture The right leader will be an active presence within the restaurant – someone who can inspire a team through both confidence and example. You will help foster a culture of: Exceptional hospitality Accountability and professionalism Continuous learning and development Teamwork and collaboration Pride in delivering an extraordinary guest experience What We're Looking For Minimum 3 years of front-of-house management experience in a high-end or fine dining restaurant Experience in a Michelin-starred, Michelin-recognized, Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five-Diamond, or similarly elevated hospitality environment strongly preferred Proven ability to lead a team in a high-volume, high-expectation dining environment Strong understanding of sophisticated fine dining service and guest engagement Exceptional communication, organization, and interpersonal skills Polished and professional presence with the ability to remain composed under pressure Strong knowledge of food, wine, and beverage service Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop service professionals Strong judgment and the ability to handle guest concerns with discretion and professionalism A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable experiences Evening, weekend, and holiday availability required Why Spago Join one of the most iconic names in American fine dining Work alongside highly respected culinary and hospitality professionals Gain experience within a sophisticated, high-performance fine dining environment Be part of a culture committed to continuous learning and excellence Opportunity to build relationships and experience within the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group What We Offer Competitive hourly rate / seasonal compensation Opportunity to gain high-level fine dining leadership experience Professional development and career growth opportunities within the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group Seasonal Position (Oct 2026 - Feb 2027) | Spago Beverly Hills *Potential for permanent placement based on performance and business needs This is an ideal opportunity for an accomplished hospitality professional seeking a seasonal leadership position within one of the country's most respected fine dining environments. PhysicalRequirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for extended periods of time, twist at the neck and trunk, bend at the waist and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, reach overhead, above shoulders and horizontally. Employees will use hands to handle objects and tools, and operate service equipment. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40-pound objects. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employees may use vision to monitor food quality and quantity and may also order supplies, etc. WorkConditions: *Mayrequireeveningandweekendhours.Whileperformingthedutiesofthisjob,theemployeegenerallyworksinanindoorfrontofrestaurantandkitchenenvironmentwithexposuretoheatfromovens,hotfoodsandsteamersandcleaningchemicals,fumes,equipment,andmetalobjects.Youwillusuallybebasedindoors,splittingyourtimebetweenthefrontoftherestaurantandthekitchen.Thenoiselevelintheworkenvironmentisusuallymoderatebutmaybelouddependentonspecificworksiteand/orequipmentoperation.Thephysicaldemandsandworkenvironmentcharacteristicsdescribedherearerepresentativeofthosethatmustbemetbyanemployeetosuccessfullyperform WolfgangPuckFineDiningGroupiscommittedtocreatingexceptionalculinaryexperienceswhilebuildingrestaurantswheretalentedhospitalityprofessionalscangrow,lead,andbuildmeaningfulcareers.Webelieveindevelopingourpeople,recognizinggreatwork,andcreatingopportunitiesforcontinuedprofessionalgrowthwithinourorganization. Thisjobdescriptionisnotintendedtobeall-inclusive.Theemployeemaybeaskedtoperformotherjob-relateddutiesandresponsibilitiesasassigned. WolfgangPuckFineDiningGroupisanEqualOpportunityEmployer. Wearecommittedtoprovidinganinclusiveworkplaceanddonotdiscriminateagainstapplicantsoremployeesonthebasisofanylegallyprotectedcharacteristicunderapplicablefederal,state,orlocallaw Qualifications Qualifications section seems empty placeholder; keep heading only. Skills Skills section placeholder; keep heading only. Required Required section placeholder; keep heading only. Hospitality mindset Advanced Communication Skills Expert Attention to Detail Expert Leadership & team management Advanced Fine Dining Intermediate Behaviors Required Detail Oriented Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Enthusiastic Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Experience Required 2 years: 2 years: Fine Dining Restaurant Manager Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr SPAGO BEVERLY HILLS