Food and Beverage Mgr.

The Proud Bird; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading pay

Medical & dental coverage

Employer HSA

Lifestyle Spending Account

401k match

Life insurance

Paid vacation & sick time

Floating holidays

Reward Dollars

EdAP

EAP

Referral bonuses

Job summary

The Proud Bird in Los Angeles is seeking a Food & Beverage Manager to lead daily operations across our food hall, bar, and events venue. You will drive guest experiences, coach teams, and ensure smooth service during high-volume shifts.

Join a iconic aviation-themed destination known for its panoramic runway views and celebration of hospitality. The role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities to shape guest moments across multiple concepts.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of high-volume multi-unit restaurant management experience.
• Experience with multi-concept venues, food halls, or contract services is a plus.
• Experience supporting events or banquets is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead service teams and maintain Proud Bird's hospitality standards.
• Oversee food hall, bar operations, and event support for seamless shifts.
• Collaborate with culinary teams on timing and plate standards.
• Drive guest satisfaction through proactive problem solving.
• Support scheduling, labor, ordering, and inventory control.

Skills

Restaurant management

High-volume operations

Multi-outlet experience

Team leadership

Job description

Education LevelHigh School/GED## Description**Food & Beverage Manager - The Proud Bird****Where Aviation History Meets Next-Level Hospitality**The Proud Bird is one of LA's most iconic dining destinations - a reimagined aviation-themed food hall paired with a high-volume events center, panoramic LAX runway views, and a fast-paced, multi-concept guest experience. Named *LA's Hottest Food Hall* by Food Network, we deliver unforgettable moments through exceptional food, engaging service, and nonstop innovation.We're searching for a dynamic **Food & Beverage Manager** to help elevate daily operations across our food hall, bar, and events venue - someone who thrives in a multi-outlet, high-volume environment and brings both hospitality polish and contract-services discipline.**What You'll Get**A competitive, lifestyle-forward benefits package:* Industry-leading compensation* Comprehensive medical & dental options* Employer HSA contributions* Lifestyle Spending Account (gym, childcare, wellness, etc.)* Supplemental benefit plans* 401k with employer match* Employer-paid life insurance* Paid vacation, sick time & floating holidays* Monthly Reward Dollars at SRC locations* Education Assistance Program (EdAP)* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* Management referral bonuses up to $4,000* **Pay Range: $70,000-$80,000 annually****What You'll Do**As our Food & Beverage Manager, you'll be hands-on in all aspects of service execution, food hall leadership, bar operations, and event support - ensuring every guest interaction is elevated and every shift runs seamlessly.**Operations & Leadership*** Support the GM and AGM with daily operations of the Food Bazaar, bar, and events spaces* Lead, train, and coach service teams to uphold Proud Bird's high hospitality standards* Establish strong floor presence with a focus on oversight, follow-through, and accountability* Partner with culinary teams to ensure timing, food quality, and plate standards stay consistent**Guest Experience*** Engage with guests throughout the property, delivering memorable and personalized interactions* Review guest notes, special occasions, and historical visit information to drive \"Surprise & Delight\" moments* Address and resolve guest concerns in a polished, solutions-focused manner**Special Events Support*** Work closely with Event Managers and Captains to ensure seamless transitions between restaurant and banquet operations* Oversee event-day restaurant support including flow, timing, staffing, and guest experience* Uphold standards during high-volume private events, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations**Business & Financial Results*** Assist with scheduling, labor management, ordering, and inventory control* Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards across all areas* Support marketing activations, promotions, and community engagement initiatives* Contribute to sales goals through upselling, team coaching, and floor leadership## Qualifications**Who You Are**A service-driven leader who thrives in **fast-paced**, **multi-outlet**, **high-volume** operations - with a passion for hospitality and team success.**Required Experience*** 2-4 years of high-volume multi-unit restaurant management experience* Background in multi-concept venues, food halls, or contract services a plus* Experience supporting special events or banquets strongly preferred* Strong understanding of restaurant and/or bar operations (no program management required)**Your Skill Set*** High emotional intelligence + strong communication skills* Effective trainer and team motivator* Calm, organized, and proactive under pressure* Excellent conflict resolution and guest service instincts* Detail-oriented with strong follow-through* Tech-savvy: MS Office & restaurant systems**Our Culture*** **Leader** - People want to follow you* **Innovative** - You bring new ideas to the table* **Detail-Oriented** - Precision and care define your style* **Enthusiastic** - You bring energy to every shift* **Team Player** - You collaborate naturally* **Dedicated** - You show up with loyalty and integrity***Disclaimer:****The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.**The Proud Bird maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing of a background check.*