Food and Beverage Manager

Description

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly hands-on Food & Beverage Manager to lead daily operations of our private community restaurant. This is an active, working manager role responsible for delivering an elevated dining experience while overseeing front-of-house and kitchen operations. The ideal candidate brings strong restaurant and banquet execution experience, is confident creating and developing menus, and is comfortable moving seamlessly between front-of-house leadership, bartending, expediting, or stepping onto the line when needed. This role requires a true hospitality professional who leads by example, maintains high service standards and thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Compensation: $63-66k based on experience FirstService Residential will compensate the successful candidate in accordance with the posted range. The salary or wage paid to the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience, education, and specific job responsibilities. For positions designated at a client's property, the salary or wage will also be premised upon the client's directive. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Your Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily food and beverage operations for the community’s private restaurant
• Lead, supervise, and actively work alongside a team of approximately 5 associates, including servers and kitchen staff
• Develop and refresh menus in collaboration with the chef and leadership, ensuring quality, creativity, and cost control
• Execute and oversee banquet-style and special event service from planning, communicating and executing
• Set up and reset the lounge, dining room, and various event spaces before and after shifts, including tablescapes and daily table décor
• Draft and design menus, communications and flyers
• Provide strong front-of-house leadership, ensuring exceptional resident and guest experiences
• Build strong relationships with residents and have intentional interactions with each table during shifts
• Step into service roles as needed, including serving, bartending, expediting, or supporting the kitchen line
• Manage the POS system, including daily operation, loading menus and special event buttons, and maintaining basic functionality
• Train and coach staff on service standards, upselling, food knowledge, and beverage execution
• Manage staff scheduling and ensure appropriate coverage for daily service and events
• Monitor inventory, control food and beverage costs, and manage vendor relationships
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Provide management with shift updates and weekly written overviews
• Address resident and guest feedback promptly, professionally, and with a solutions-focused mindset
• Maintain a positive, accountable, and service-driven culture within the restaurant

Skills and Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a restaurant or kitchen environment is required
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in food and beverage operations preferred
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and hospitality best practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Use of applications such as Canva, Word, Excel and Toast
• Able to lead by example and work hands-on with the team
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and special events as needed

Education and Experience:

• 3+ year of resultant experience (required)
• 2+ years leading a team (required)
• Valid Food Handlers card required

Physical Requirements: 

• Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds
• Able to work in a kitchen and dining environment with varying temperatures

Work Location : Scottsdale House Community Association; 4800 N 68th Street Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Work Hours:  Full-time schedule. Restaurant hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Shifts may vary based on restaurant needs. What We Offer:

• 10 company paid holidays
• Paid volunteer time
• Paid sick and vacation time
• Medical, dental, vision
• HSA and FSA
• Company paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Plan
• Supplemental life, disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
• Identity theft, legal services
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) with company match

Disclaimer:  The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances. All offers of employment with FirstService Residential are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

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