Food & Beverage Leader: Elevate Guest Experience

Western States Lodging; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth

Team environment

Employee benefits

Job summary

Western States Lodging seeks a Food & Beverage Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the food and beverage department, lead culinary and service teams, and ensure every guest receives a consistent, high-quality experience.

This hands-on leadership role balances people, food quality, operations, cost control, and guest satisfaction, collaborating with the General Manager, Sales team, banquet staff, department leaders, and guests to deliver memorable experiences while upholding brand

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience in food and beverage, culinary, restaurant, hotel, banquet, or hospitality management.
• Experience leading and developing a food and beverage team.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, food handling, sanitation, safety, and loss prevention practices.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety certification preferred/required based on applicable regulations.
• Experience with standardized recipes, plating specifications, inventory management, and food cost control.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic business documentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the food and beverage department, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and banquet functions as applicable.
• Lead daily food production and service while ensuring quality, consistency, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
• Review Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), participate in weekly BEO meetings, and develop clear plans to execute events successfully.
• Delegate preparation, service, and cleaning assignments while monitoring pace, quality, consistency, and productivity.
• Maintain high food quality standards while utilizing fresh, high-quality ingredients whenever possible.
• Ensure all food is prepared according to standardized recipes, plating specifications, product specifications, and hotel brand standards.
• Schedule and supervise Food & Beverage Associates based on business needs and anticipated volume.
• Train, coach, and develop team members on food preparation, service expectations, safety, sanitation, and brand requirements.
• Clearly communicate expectations, provide regular feedback, and hold team members accountable for performance.
• Build strong communication and collaboration between Front of House and Back of House teams.
• Monitor food and beverage costs and prepare food efficiently to minimize waste and maximize profitability.
• Purchase, receive, organize, stock, and rotate food and beverage products and supplies.
• Conduct and maintain accurate monthly food and alcohol inventories.
• Cost-code invoices and maintain required department expense and DECK reports.
• Work with the Sales team on pricing and proposals for potential business and banquet opportunities.
• Ensure deliveries are properly received, logged, stored, and rotated.
• Maintain Back of House areas at or above established inspection and cleanliness standards through consistent monitoring and follow-up.
• Complete daily and weekly documentation checks to ensure operational consistency and brand standards are maintained from shift to shift.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, loss prevention, infection control, and workplace safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and county liquor laws.
• Maintain required food safety certifications and ensure team members remain current on required brand training.
• Respond to guest needs and concerns professionally and promptly, working to resolve issues and create a positive experience.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Customer service

Food safety

Inventory management

Cost control

Communication

Training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Western States Lodging seeks a Food & Beverage Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the food and beverage department, lead culinary and service teams, and ensure every guest receives a consistent, high-quality experience.

This hands-on leadership role balances people, food quality, operations, cost control, and guest satisfaction, collaborating with the General Manager, Sales team, banquet staff, department leaders, and guests to deliver memorable experiences while upholding brand