Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

Hilton Indianapolis; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton Indianapolis is seeking a motivated restaurant supervisor to assist the Restaurant Manager in achieving objectives, controlling costs, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. You will coach staff, implement improvements, and support scheduling, onboarding, and training in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes leadership during shifts, adherence to safety standards, and collaboration on local marketing initiatives. Full-time hours with rotating shifts are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of restaurant supervisory, lead, or shift management experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of front-of-house experience in host, server, or guest service roles.
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations, guest service standards, and team development.
• Experience with scheduling, inventory management, labor controls, and team training.

Responsibilities

• Support the Restaurant Manager in executing short- and long-term operational plans aligned with company objectives.
• Assist in monitoring labor, food, and operating costs to achieve budget targets.
• Review reports, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure high-quality products and guest service through daily oversight and coaching.
• Support sales-building initiatives, local marketing programs, and promotional campaigns.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, scheduling, and developing team members while ensuring policy compliance.
• Provide leadership during shifts by coaching, motivating, and holding team members accountable.
• Support preventative maintenance and ensure equipment, facilities, and assets are properly maintained.
• Maintain safe and secure operating practices to protect employees, guests, and assets.
• Foster positive communication and teamwork among restaurant staff.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, guest satisfaction, and engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team development

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or Business

Job description

• Support the Restaurant Manager in executing short- and long-term operational plans that align with company objectives.


• Assist in monitoring labor, food, and operating costs to help achieve budget and financial targets.


• Review operational and guest satisfaction reports, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement corrective actions as directed.


• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality products and exceptional guest service standards through daily oversight and coaching.


• Support the execution of sales-building initiatives, local marketing programs, and promotional campaigns.


• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, scheduling, and developing team members while ensuring compliance with company policies and labor regulations.


• Provide leadership during shifts by coaching, motivating, and holding team members accountable for performance standards.


• Support preventative maintenance programs and ensure equipment, facilities, and restaurant assets are properly maintained.


• Maintain safe and secure operating practices to protect employees, guests, and company assets.


• Foster positive communication and teamwork among all restaurant team members.


• Identify and recommend process improvements that enhance operational efficiency, guest satisfaction, and team engagement.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

This position has an annual salary of $50,000- $52,000 a year depending upon experience.

Resume and references required.

Position Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of restaurant supervisory, lead, or shift management experience preferred.


• At least 1 year of front-of-house experience, including host, server, or guest service responsibilities.


• Demonstrated experience leading teams in a fast-paced hospitality environment.


• Strong understanding of restaurant operations, guest service standards, and team member development.


• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Management, or a related field preferred.


• Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience will be considered.


• Previous experience with scheduling, inventory management, labor controls, and team training.


• Proven ability to coach, motivate, and develop team members.


• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.


• Successful completion of a background check is required prior to employment

Category Food & Beverage

Location Hilton Indianapolis 226

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Rotating Days and Evenings

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Number of Openings 1

Req Number FOO-26-00421

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HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older) disability, genetic information, family or parental status, military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

This position is currently accepting applications.