Food & Beverage Manager

Le Petit Pali; Carmel-by-the-Sea (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Sick Pay

Career Development

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Le Petit Pali Carmel-by-the-Sea is seeking a seasoned Food & Beverage Manager to lead daily operations from open to close, ensuring warm, polished service that reflects the Le Petit Pali brand. You will manage a diverse team behind the scenes and on the floor, upholding standards and guest satisfaction.

You\'ll partner with kitchen and bar on menus, monitor budgets and inventory, and ensure food safety and responsible alcohol service.

Qualifications

• 3 years of food and beverage experience, including 1 year in a supervisory or management role.
• Positive, energetic, and service-oriented, with strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service requirements.
• Comfortable with budgets, inventory, and point-of-sale systems.
• Clear verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food and beverage operations at Le Petit Pali Carmel-by-the-Sea, keeping service smooth from open to close.
• Coach, schedule, and support servers, bartenders, cooks, and other team members to deliver our service standards.
• Greet guests with warmth, anticipate their needs, and resolve concerns quickly and graciously.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to keep the venue well stocked and costs under control.
• Monitor budgets, labor, and sales, and share ideas for improving results and the guest experience.
• Partner with the kitchen and bar teams on menus, specials, and quality of every dish and drink.
• Uphold food safety, alcohol service, sanitation, and workplace safety regulations at all times.
• Work closely with hotel leadership and other departments to keep operations running smoothly, and lend a hand wherever needed.

Skills

F&B Management

Leadership

Budgeting

Inventory control

POS systems

English communication

Customer service

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

Palisociety is a society of unique hotels and residences — Palihouse, Palihotel, Le Petit Pali, ARRIVE by Palisociety, and a growing collection of independently branded properties. Since our first hotel opened in Los Angeles in 2009, we've grown into a nationwide portfolio of neighborhood-centric hotels, restaurants, bars, and event spaces, earning recognition from Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, the New York Times, and more.

We consider our employees our greatest asset: structured training from day one, consistent feedback, and a clear path for growth. We develop our leaders from within, because the strongest hospitality companies are the ones that grow their own.

ABOUT LE PETIT PALI CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA:

Le Petit Pali Carmel brings two intimate boutique properties to the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea: Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave, a 24-room craftsman-style hideaway just steps from award-winning dining, boutiques, and Carmel's white sand beach, and Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave, a recently reimagined 34-room property evoking the charm of a small traditional inn, a short stroll from the beach and renowned shops, galleries, and restaurants. Both properties offer intimate bespoke lodging with custom design details and thoughtful in-room touches, welcoming guests near and far to create fine and memorable experiences.

POSITION PROFILE:

The Food & Beverage Manager sets the tone for every meal, drink, and moment our guests share at Le Petit Pali Carmel-by-the-Sea. You'll lead the team behind the scenes and on the floor, keeping service warm, polished, and true to the spirit of Le Petit Pali Carmel-by-the-Sea.

THE TASK AT HAND:

• Lead daily food and beverage operations at Le Petit Pali Carmel-by-the-Sea, keeping service smooth from open to close.


• Coach, schedule, and support servers, bartenders, cooks, and other team members to deliver our service standards.


• Greet guests with warmth, anticipate their needs, and resolve concerns quickly and graciously.


• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to keep the venue well stocked and costs under control.


• Monitor budgets, labor, and sales, and share ideas for improving results and the guest experience.


• Partner with the kitchen and bar teams on menus, specials, and quality of every dish and drink.


• Uphold food safety, alcohol service, sanitation, and workplace safety regulations at all times.


• Work closely with hotel leadership and other departments to keep operations running smoothly, and lend a hand wherever needed.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Required

• 3 years of food and beverage experience, including 1 year in a supervisory or management role.


• Positive, energetic, and service-oriented, with strong leadership and organizational skills.


• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service requirements.


• Comfortable with budgets, inventory, and point-of-sale systems.


• Clear verbal and written communication in English.


• Good judgment, calm under pressure, and able to lead a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Experience managing food and beverage operations in a boutique or luxury hotel or independent restaurant setting.

Physical

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods and push, pull, or lift up to 40 lbs.


• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Competitive compensation package with medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus 401(k).


• Paid time off, holiday pay, and sick pay.


• Career advancement and professional development as we open new hotels and restaurants nationwide.


• Employee discounts across our entire portfolio (25 hotels and more to come!).