Food & Beverage Manager

Lodgco Hospitality; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable hospitality firm in Orlando is seeking a Food & Beverage Manager for oversighting all aspects of restaurant and bar management at their onsite location. This role involves not only daily operations oversight but also team management, ensuring guest satisfaction, and financial accountability. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a dedication to quality service in a busy environment. Previous management experience in a hotel setting is crucial for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of management experience in hotel required.
• Food Handler/Safe Serv certification as necessary.
• Must have applicable state certifications for service.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily restaurant/bar operations including service.
• Oversee setup and cleanliness of dining areas.
• Supervise and develop F&B staff to meet service standards.
• Conduct financial and compliance reporting as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time-management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Job description

At Lodgco, we believe that hospitality success is driven by unwavering dedication, a vibrant workplace culture, and impactful narratives. We believe in investing in our team’s development to deliver a superior customer experience and achieve success together. For three decades, Lodgco Hospitality has set the standard for hospitality success. We are committed to revenue growth and maximizing the value of the assets we manage while fostering a supportive environment for our employees. Join us in elevating hotel operations and maximizing profitability.

Join our team today!

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Food & Beverage Manager to take the lead at Toast to Toast, our full‑service restaurant situated within the Holiday Inn & Suites Orlando I-Drive – Theme Parks.

Our restaurant offers a delightful array of modern American cuisine, specialty coffees, breakfast dishes, small plates, dinner entrees, desserts, and an extensive bar featuring creative cocktails. The Food & Beverage Manager will play a vital role in crafting the overall guest experience by overseeing daily operations and ensuring exceptional service for both hotel guests and local patrons.

Job Summary

The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for the management of all restaurant/bar functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.

Essential Job Functions

Operational Leadership

• Manage daily restaurant and bar operations, including breakfast service, coffee bar, lunch, dinner, and cocktail service.
• Oversee setup of all dining and bar areas, ensuring proper placement and inspection of linens, glassware, silver, and china.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all F&B outlets.

Team Management

• Hire, train, develop, and evaluate staff to achieve departmental goals.
• Supervise floor operations during service periods to ensure service standards are consistently met.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and performance support to team members.
• Create and manage staff schedules to meet business demands efficiently.

Guest Experience

• Ensure staff delivers attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable service.
• Resolve guest concerns and answer questions regarding menu items, ingredients, and preparation.
• Solicit guest feedback to continuously improve food and beverage offerings.

Food & Beverage Quality

• Maintain strong knowledge of all menus and food products.
• Collaborate with culinary and bar teams on menu development and seasonal offerings.
• Monitor food and beverage preparation for quality, presentation, temperature, and timeliness.

Financial & Administrative Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate cash handling and adherence to financial procedures.
• Utilize POS and computer systems for reporting, forecasting, and communication.
• Complete daily and monthly reports, including food, beverage, and inventory counts.
• Assist with special event planning, tastings, holiday functions, and catering menu development.

Marketing & Compliance

• Support marketing and social media efforts, ensuring menus, promotions, and online content remain current.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, brand standards, and all federal, state, and local regulations (OSHA, Health & Sanitation, Alcohol Beverage Control, Wage & Hour).
• Maintain required certifications, including TIPS or equivalent alcohol service training.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies

• Strong leadership and team‑building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Knowledge of food and beverage service standards and etiquette.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and delegate effectively.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with initiative and sound judgment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business requires.
• Ability to maintain professional appearance in accordance with company standards.

Required/Preferred Education and Experience

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent education/experience required.
• 1‑2+ years of management experience in hotel required.
• Food Handler/Safe Serv certification as required.
• Applicable state certifications and brand training as required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and POS systems

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Satisfactory criminal background screening required - Valid driver’s license and safe driving record may be required.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for entire shift, balance, reach, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, smell, taste and perform repetitive motions that require manual dexterity. This position requires the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force and lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally. The employee is required to have visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate machinery and tools, determine accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of food and make general observations of facilities. This position is primarily indoors and may subject the employee to high or cold temperatures from machinery and moderate noise level.

Expected Hours of Work

This position requires variable hours based on the needs of the hotel including nights and weekends.

EEO Statement

In accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, Lodgco is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment. This policy requires that all decisions involving hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and all other personnel practices and terms or conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under state, federal, or local law. Lodgco also prohibits retaliation against any employee because the employee has engaged in an activity that is protected under state, federal, or local law.

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