Assistant F&B Manager

Pyramid Global Hospitality; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a Restaurant Manager for the Residence Inn Berkeley in Berkeley, CA. You will oversee daily restaurant and banquet operations, coordinating between kitchen, bar and front-of-house teams to ensure service excellence.

The role requires 3–5 years of restaurant management experience, a hospitality degree preferred, and ability to work flexible hours including weekends. Compensation starts at $32.39 per hour, with equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of restaurant management experience.
• Experience with POS systems and restaurant management software preferred.
• Ability to multitask, problem solve, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily restaurant operations, banquet operations, including dining service, reservations and guest interactions.
• Ensure a smooth workflow between kitchen, bar and front of house teams.
• Monitor food and beverage quality, presentation and service standards.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety and sanitation regulations as well as liquor laws.
• Provide a welcoming and memorable dining experience for guests.
• Address guest inquiries, complaints and special requests professionally and efficiently; implement strategies to enhance guest satisfaction and encourage repeat business.
• Monitor reviews and feedback to continuously improve service quality.
• Monitor inventory of food, beverage and supplies as well as labor expenses, ensuring cost effectiveness.
• Collaborate with sales and culinary teams to develop promotions and events.
• Train, schedule and supervise servers, hosts, bartenders, bussers, and all roles reporting to restaurant.
• Ensure associates adhere to hotel policies, grooming standards and service protocols.

Skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Fast pace

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management

Tools

POS systems

Restaurant management software

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.

At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About Our Property

Experience an energizing Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley. Soaring 17 stories high, this Berkeley, CA hotel features 331 suites with fully equipped kitchens, separate living spaces, and a thoughtful collection of modern amenities. We offer over 15,000 sq.ft. of flexible meeting & event space as well as a rooftop restaurant and bar with spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay Area. Located in the heart of Downtown Berkeley, half a block from Downtown Berkeley BART station and several bus routes making it simple to commute to and from your new career adventure. At Residence Inn Berkeley, not only do we welcome DIVERSITY, We embrace it, encourage it, and celebrate it. CARE / RESPECT / REWARDS EEOC/ADA/VET/LGBTQ+

What You Will Have An Opportunity To Do

• Responsible for daily restaurant operations, banquet operations, including dining service, reservations and guest interactions.
• Ensure a smooth and efficient workflow between the kitchen, bar and front of the house teams.
• Monitor food and beverage quality, presentation and service standards.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety and sanitation regulations as well as liquor laws.
• Provide a welcoming and memorable dining experience for guests.
• Address guest inquiries, complaints and special requests professionally and efficiently. Implement strategies to enhance guest satisfaction and encourage repeat business.
• Monitor reviews and feedback to continuously improve service quality.
• Monitor the inventory of food, beverage and supplies as well as labor expenses, ensuring cost effectiveness.
• Collaborate with the sales and culinary teams to develop special promotions, seasonal offerings and themed events to attract guests.
• Train, schedule and supervise servers, hosts, bartenders, bussers, F&B attendants and any other role which reports to the restaurant.
• Ensure associates adhere to hotel policies, grooming standards and service protocols.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or related field is preferred.
• 3-5 years of restaurant management experience.
• Experience with POS systems and restaurant management software is preferred.
• Ability to multitask, problem solve, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours; including weekends and holidays.

Compensation

$32.39

$32.39

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.