Food & Beverage Manager

Hotel Covington; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Covington in Covington, KY is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Manager to oversee all dining operations, guest experiences, and profitability. You will lead a fast-paced team and partner with culinary staff to deliver consistent, high‑quality service.

The ideal candidate has proven leadership, strong inventory and cost controls, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic hospitality environment, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Food & Beverage Manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage operations, including inventory management and cost control.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the food and beverage department to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize revenue and control costs.
• Recruit, train, and supervise food and beverage staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to design menus and special promotions.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies to meet operational needs.
• Handle customer inquiries, feedback, and resolve any issues promptly to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Prepare reports on sales, expenses, and other operational metrics for senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Guest experience focus

Operations management

Cost control

Communication

Health & safety knowledge

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Food & Beverage Manager to oversee all aspects of our food and beverage operations in Covington, KY. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences, and a proven track record in managing food and beverage services efficiently and profitably.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the food and beverage department to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize revenue and control costs.
• Recruit, train, and supervise food and beverage staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to design menus and special promotions.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies to meet operational needs.
• Handle customer inquiries, feedback, and resolve any issues promptly to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Prepare reports on sales, expenses, and other operational metrics for senior management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Food & Beverage Manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage operations, including inventory management and cost control.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.