F&B Manager (Courtyard Bistro)

Courtyard Austin Northwest / Lakeline; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Courtyard Austin Northwest/Lakeline is seeking an energetic, hands-on Food & Beverage Manager to lead The Bistro’s breakfast, dinner, and bar operations. We’re looking for someone who enjoys hospitality, builds dependable teams, and takes ownership of the details that make an operation successful.

You’ll lead from the floor while managing scheduling, purchasing, inventory, training, service quality, and financial results.

Qualifications

• Experience leading hotel Bistro/food and beverage teams.
• Ability to schedule accurately across opening, closing, weekends, and holidays.
• Proven training and staff development capabilities.
• Strong communication and teamwork to drive guest satisfaction.
• Hands-on leadership in a lean operation with accountability.

Responsibilities

• Direct breakfast, dinner, coffee, and bar service to Courtyard standards.
• Manage scheduling, purchasing, inventory, and staff training.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and service speed.
• Coordinate with front desk and leadership for group events.
• Maintain POS transactions, cash handling, and closing reports.

Skills

Team leadership

Scheduling

Training

Communication

Operational excellence

Customer service

Attention to detail

Tools

POS systems

Cash handling

Operating reports

Job description

Food & Beverage Manager

Courtyard Austin Northwest/Lakeline | The Bistro

Reports to: General Manager

Lead the team. Own the operation. Elevate the guest experience.

Courtyard Austin Northwest/Lakeline is seeking an energetic, hands-on Food & Beverage Manager to lead The Bistro’s breakfast, dinner, and bar operations. We’re looking for someone who enjoys hospitality, builds dependable teams, and takes ownership of the details that make an operation successful.

You’ll lead from the floor while managing scheduling, purchasing, inventory, training, service quality, and financial results. Success means guests receive welcoming, consistent service, employees understand expectations, and The Bistro is prepared to open and operate for every scheduled service.

What You’ll Own

Team Leadership & Staffing

• Recruit, train, coach, and develop Bistro employees in partnership with the General Manager.




• Build and publish complete schedules that reflect hotel occupancy, anticipated demand, and labor targets.




• Ensure every shift has appropriate coverage, including opening, closing, weekends, and holidays.




• Resolve scheduling gaps and call-outs promptly, working shifts when necessary to maintain service.




• Set clear expectations for attendance, performance, professionalism, and teamwork; address concerns consistently and promptly.

Daily Bistro Operations

• Direct breakfast, dinner, coffee, and bar service in accordance with Courtyard brand standards.




• Ensure opening preparation and closing procedures are completed accurately and on time.




• Work alongside the team in food preparation, beverage service, order taking, and guest service.




• Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, portion control, and service speed.




• Coordinate with the front desk and hotel leadership to prepare for groups, busy weekends, and changes in occupancy.

Purchasing & Inventory

• Own food, liquor, beer, wine, and operating-supply ordering within approved purchasing guidelines.




• Maintain appropriate stock levels and adjust ordering to business demand.




• Verify deliveries, reconcile discrepancies, rotate products, and maintain organized storage.




• Complete inventory counts and monitor waste, spoilage, shortages, and product loss.




• Train and delegate purchasing tasks as appropriate while retaining accountability for timely orders and adequate supplies.

Financial Performance

• Manage labor deployment, food and beverage costs, and controllable expenses.




• Review sales, staffing productivity, inventory variances, and purchasing trends with the General Manager.




• Promote thoughtful upselling and identify opportunities to increase average checks and guest participation.




• Maintain accurate POS transactions, cash handling, discounts, voids, and closing reports.

Guest Experience & Safety

• Create a welcoming atmosphere and respond professionally to guest concerns.




• Use guest feedback to improve service and coach the team.




• Maintain food safety, sanitation, allergen awareness, and responsible alcohol-service practices.




• Ensure required cleaning schedules, temperature logs, and operational records are completed.




• Report equipment problems promptly and follow through on corrective action.

What You Bring

• Previous food and beverage supervisory or management experience; hotel Bistro, restaurant, café, or bar experience preferred.




• Experience with scheduling, purchasing, inventory control, and team training.




• Strong organization, communication, and follow-through.




• Comfort working in a lean operation where managers actively participate in service.




• The ability to hold employees accountable while building a respectful, supportive workplace.




• Familiarity with POS systems, cash handling, and basic operating reports.




• Availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.




• Ability to obtain and maintain food-safety and alcohol-service credentials required for the position.




• Ability to perform essential duties, including extended standing and moving supplies, with reasonable accommodation as needed.

What Success Looks Like

• The Bistro opens on time, fully stocked and ready for service.




• Schedules are complete, and coverage issues are resolved before they affect guests.




• Food, beverages, and supplies are ordered accurately and on time.




• Employees are trained, supported, and held to consistent standards.




• Service quality, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction remain strong.




• Labor, purchasing, and waste are actively managed against established targets.

Source: Hospitality Online