Senior Food and Beverage Manager

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Food & Beverage Manager to lead the dynamic food and beverage operations at The Dragonfly, located within the Michelin Key-awarded Hotel ZaZa Dallas Uptown. This role is ideal for a visionary hospitality professional who thrives in a high-energy, guest-centric environment and is deeply committed to excellence in food and beverage service. As the Senior Food & Beverage Manager , you will oversee the daily operations of The Dragonfly, poolside service and in-room dining , ensuring seamless service delivery, operational efficiency, and alignment with brand standards. You will lead a team of dedicated professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and elevated guest experiences. Your leadership will be instrumental in maintaining our reputation for culinary distinction and personalized service. What You’ll Do: Lead, train, and inspire front-of-house staff in line with Hotel ZaZa’s service standards. Ensure smooth execution of all service—restaurant, pool, in-room dining—while maintaining quality, efficiency, and an exceptional guest experience. Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to ensure all F&B outlets are stocked and operational. Collaborate closely with culinary, events, and hotel departments to ensure cohesive service delivery. Maintain strong cost controls and participate in forecasting, scheduling, payroll, and budgeting. Oversee compliance with TABC laws and company policies, ensuring a safe and responsible environment. Ensure the ambiance, cleanliness, and presentation of all service areas match ZaZa’s high standards. Handle: Weekly scheduling, staffing, and payroll forecasting Beverage and food cost tracking & requisitioning End-of-month inventory and reporting POS system management (front and back of house) Hands-on with POS systems, kitchen equipment, inventory software Work across indoor/outdoor spaces including restaurant, pool area, kitchen, and guest rooms Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs Must be comfortable working long hours, including evenings, weekends/holidays Qualifications 3-5 years of progressive hospitality leadership experience, preferably in boutique, lifestyle, or luxury properties. Strong background in Food & Beverage operations required. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, handle high guest volumes, and maintain composure under pressure. Excellent communicator with strong organizational and problem solving skills Working knowledge of TABC compliance, inventory systems, and POS Why join Hotel ZaZa? At Hotel ZaZa, we don t just offer jobs we offer careers that inspire. Be part of a brand that celebrates individuality, creativity, and excellence in every detail. No Job Description for a position can possibly include all duties, which may be requested by guests or required by the hotel. The objective of all positions is to effectively provide the services personally, or to immediately refer requests to the appropriate department manager. Hotel ZaZa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender/sex, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, age, or veteran status. Hotel ZaZa also participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr