Senior Food & Beverage Manager $90k - $94,500 annually

Your Day to Day

The Senior F&B Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and overall performance of food and beverage outlets within the hotel, including restaurants, bars, lounges, minibar, in-room dining, and any seasonal or pop-up venues. Adherence to established policies, standards and procedures is required at all times in order to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction, quality service, compliance with corporate policies and procedures and local regulations, while meeting/exceeding financial goals. This leader ensures the delivery of exceptional service, consistent brand standards, operational excellence, and financial performance. The Senior F&B Manager will coordinate with the Director or Assistant Director of Food and Beverage to achieve improved operations, overcome deficiencies, and institute necessary changes to maintain superior products and services. The Senior F&B Manager may collaborate with the Assistant Director of Food and Beverage, Culinary, Sales & Marketing, and cross functional teams to create memorable experiences and innovative programming that drive guest satisfaction and profitability.
This is a highly visible, hands-on role requiring a dynamic leader with a passion for hospitality, strong business acumen, and a proven ability to lead and develop teams.
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Manage food and beverage operations to ensure quality service and standards while delivering a guest experience that is unique. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations concerning health, safety, or other requirements. At InterContinental Hotels & Resorts we look for people who are charming, confident, and internationally minded; people who know what it takes to exceed guest expectations.

Guest Experience
• Ensure all guests are greeted warmly and receive prompt, professional service.
• Maintain a strong, visible presence during peak service times to support team and guest interactions.
• Develop and implement effective service recovery procedures to drive total guest satisfaction.
• Assist with and create innovative, engaging programs and promotions to enhance guest engagement and experience.
• Assist with and create and implement service standards, SOPs, and training tools that support elevated, consistent service delivery.
• Personally resolve guest concerns when escalated, ensuring swift and satisfactory resolution.
• Ensure all food and beverage equipment are in proper operational condition and are cleaned on a regular basis.
• Ensure All food and beverage facilities are cleaned, vacuumed, and properly stocked according to anticipated business volume. Notify Engineering immediately of any maintenance and repair needs.
• Support IHG food and beverage initiatives and assess performance through guest feedback and financial KPIs.
• Interact with outside contacts:
o Guests – to ensure their total satisfaction
o Vendors – to ensure adequate inventory of supplies and equipment, to discuss pricing or service issues, to resolve any vendor performance issues, etc.
o Regulatory agencies – regarding safety and compliance matters
o Other contacts as needed (professional organizations, community groups, local media)

Training & Team Leadership
• Ensure all colleagues and direct reports are properly trained, certified (as required), and equipped to perform their roles effectively. Educate and train all colleagues in compliance with federal, state and local laws and safety regulations.
• Reinforce service standards using current SOPs, checklists, and training materials.
• Lead ongoing service training programs, ensuring consistent delivery through testing and service audits.
• Collaborate cross-departmentally to promote teamwork and seamless service execution.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and coaching sessions to support career development and succession planning with direct reports and colleagues.

Operations Management
• Oversee daily operations across the outlets and food & beverage programs, ensuring service excellence and adherence to brand standards.
• Serve as Manager on Duty as needed, ensuring consistent operational standards.
• Conduct routine facility inspections to maintain cleanliness, safety, and brand compliance.
• Manage employee schedules and payroll; ensure timely reviews of time punches, meal break violations, and overtime compliance (adhering to seniority and the shift bid).
• Recommend and initiate disciplinary, or other staffing/human resources-related actions in accordance with company rules and policies. Collaborate with the Director of Food & Beverage or Assistant Director of Food & Beverage of potentially serious issues.
• Monitor and evaluate service quality through guest feedback, mystery shops, and internal audits.
• Lead and participate in regular department and pre-shift meetings to ensure communication of priorities, promotions, and service expectations.

Financial Performance & Purchasing
• Collaborate with the Director of Food & Beverage and Assistant Director of Food & Beverage with the development of departmental budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
• Control expenses and labor costs to maximize profitability across all venues.
• Drive revenue growth through upselling, promotions, and exceptional guest service.
• Conduct regular inventory in line with established procedures; implement and manage tracking systems (e.g., Micros, Avero).
• Ensure all credit and financial transactions are handled in a secure manner.
• Ensure the security and proper storage of food and beverage products, inventory and equipment, and replenish supplies in a timely and efficient manner while minimizing waste.
• Establish par levels and purchasing cycles for food & beverage supplies, minimizing waste and spoilage.

Compliance & Vendor Relations
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including health, safety, and responsible service of alcohol.
• Maintain vendor and supplier relationships; negotiate pricing, streamline product launches, and resolve service issues.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies and other external contacts as required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist staff during peak periods to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction.
• Monitor competitor trends and contribute to menu pricing and concept development in collaboration with the Director or Assistant Director of F&B.
• Submit timely inventory reports (monthly/quarterly) and support hotel-wide beverage initiatives and marketing efforts.
• Conduct regular venue inspections to maintain cleanliness, functionality, and brand integrity.
• Engage with local media, professional organizations, and community groups to enhance the venue's visibility and reputation.
• May recruit, evaluate, and select entertainment for food and beverage outlets and events.

What We Need from You
Some college and/or advanced training in food and beverage management plus 2 years related experience, including supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management, culinary arts, or related field preferred. Must speak fluent English.

This job requires ability to perform the following:
• Moving about the facilities
• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Handling food, objects, products, and utensils
• Bending, stooping, kneeling

Other:
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with others; demonstrated ability to interact with guests, employees and third parties that reflects highly on the hotel, the brand and the Company
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when completing paperwork and management reports, interpreting results, giving and receiving instructions, and training
• Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances are utilized frequently
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities are used often
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees, or guests.

A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This position is classified as non-exempt (per the Fair Labor Standards Act) and is subject to overtime in accordance with Federal and State Regulations.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This employer follows the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and California Fair Chance Act. All qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, will be considered.