F&B Assistant Manager

Highgate Hotels, LP; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 36,506 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Opportunity for growth in a leading hotel group

Job summary

Highgate Hotels, LP in Monterey, CA is looking for a dedicated F&B Assistant Manager to coordinate and supervise all aspects of food and beverage operations. You will ensure the outlet maintains high-quality service while adhering to all operational standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a college degree, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to multitask. Join a rewarding environment at Monterey Beach Hotel, where high standards of service are expected.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a hotel or related field, or a degree equivalent.
• Must effectively communicate with all levels of employees and guests.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of the F&B outlet.
• Respond to guest complaints in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with local liquor laws and health regulations.

Skills

Effective communication

Multitasking

Customer service orientation

Education

4-year college degree or relevant experience

Job description

F&B Assistant Manager

Requisition ID: 2026-78163
Category: Food and Beverage
Job Location: US-CA-Monterey
Property: Monterey Beach Hotel
Compensation Minimum: USD $26.50/Hr.
Compensation Maximum: USD $28.00/Hr.
Compensation Type: Hourly

Company

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward‑thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry‑leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com

Location

Monterey Beach Hotel, Monterey, CA

Overview

The Assistant F&B Manager is responsible for assisting in coordinating, supervising and directing all aspects of F&B outlet's operations, while maintaining a profitable F&B outlet and high quality products and service levels. He/she is expected to market ideas to promote business; reduce employee turnover; maintain revenue and payroll budgets; and meet budgeted productivity while keeping quality consistently high.

Responsibilities

• Employees must, at all times, be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and fellow employees.
• Oversee all aspects of the daily operation of the outlet.
• Supervise outlet personnel.
• Respond to guest complaints in a timely manner.
• Work with other F&B managers and keep them informed of issues as they arise.
• Keep immediate leadership fully informed of all problems or matters requiring his/her attention.
• Assist in coordinating and monitoring all phases of Loss Prevention in the outlet.
• Prepare and submit required reports in a timely manner.
• Ensure preparation of required reports, including (but not limited to) Wage Progress, payroll, revenue, employee schedules, quarterly action plans.
• Monitor quality of service in F&B outlet.
• Assist in menu planning and preparation.
• Ensure compliance with all local liquor laws, and health and sanitation regulations.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs in all outlets.
• Ensure compliance with requisition procedures.
• Be visible on the floor and assist staff as needed during each meal period.
• Conduct staff performance reviews in accordance with Highgate Hotel standards.
• Ensure the training of employees on SOPs and technical job tasks.
• Be involved in and/or conduct departmental and hotel training (CARE, One to One), etc.
• Interview candidates for front‑of‑house F&B positions and follow standards for hiring approvals.
• Complete tip reporting.
• Understand, implement, and monitor corporate promotions in outlet (if applicable), including buffet and three‑meal concept standards.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field; or a 4‑year college degree; or a 2‑year college degree and 1 or more years of related experience.
• Long hours sometimes required.
• Medium work — exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all levels of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service‑oriented manner.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service‑oriented manner.
• Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing nametags.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Maximize efforts toward productivity, identify problem areas, and assist in implementing solutions.
• Effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.