Food & Beverage Manager - Northern Jersey Hotel

About the Food and Beverage Manager Position

Our restaurant is seeking a seasoned and dedicated Food and Beverage Manager to join our team. As a Food and Beverage Manager, your responsibilities will be managing food and beverage operations, planning meals and sourcing food for our customers, and hiring staff.

For this position, strong problem-solving skills are a must. Effective communication skills, whether dealing with vendors or customers, are also needed.

Food and Beverage Manager Responsibilities

• Design and implement a delicious menu
• Plan, source, and order food, beverages, and other supplies for the kitchen
• Forecast what will be available and what will be trending while remaining within the budget
• Build and maintain strong relationships with food and beverage vendors
• Supervise the daily operations of food and beverage
• Maintain excellent relationships with customers, assisting with all problems and dietary needs 
• Manage and train staff food and beverage staff members
• Strive to exceed expectations and meet all goals
• Enforce restaurant policies and procedures
• Adhere to all food and beverage health and safety regulations

Food and Beverage Manager Requirements

• [1+] years experience in Food and Beverage Management or [3+] years experience in the food and beverage industry
• Working knowledge of the food and culinary industry
• Proficient with necessary computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite and restaurant management software
• Must be able to adhere to a budget while forecasting food and beverage needs
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills