Food & Beverage Manager

BENCHMARK; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental insurance

Pyramid Global Learning

401K match

Hotel room discounts

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Staff events and partnerships

Job summary

Westin Tampa Bay, part of Pyramid Global Hospitality, is seeking a motivated Food and Beverage Manager to lead the hotel’s F&B operations and drive guest satisfaction.

You will oversee menu development, cost controls, payroll, and staffing while upholding standards of service at a luxury full‑service resort.

Join a team that values hands-on leadership, career growth, and opportunities to collaborate across brands and markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience as a Food and Beverage Manager in a luxury hotel or full-service resort.
• Knowledge of Micros and ability to make quick decisions under pressure.
• Excellent customer service skills; pleasant, positive and well organized.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Food and Beverage operations to ensure high quality, cost control, and guest satisfaction.
• Oversee hiring and training programs for F&B personnel.
• Develop menus and ensure accurate payroll and labor management.
• Implement cost controls for food, beverage and labor.
• Collaborate with other departments to promote events and programs.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Decision Making

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Micros

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands‑on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long‑term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property: Pyramid Global Hospitality is a strong believer in offering our employees Work-Life Effectiveness through, practices, policies, and programs to help our employees achieve success at both work and home.

Here are just some of the great benefits we offer:

• Full Time employees have access to Medical and Dental insurance to fit your needs
• Pyramid Global Learning (You can grow both personally and professionally through on-line webinars and self-study courses)
• 401K match (Let us help you build your financial future)
• Companywide Hotel Room Discounts (Who doesn’t love to get away)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (We are here to support you)
• Employee family events (bring the kids!)
• Partnerships and discounts with major retailers such as AT&T, Verizon and Dish to name a few
• Many more, please inquire for more details

Westin Tampa Bay is a AAA Four Diamond hotel and boasts a beautiful location on the water with magnificent bay views and amenities. We are located just three miles from Tampa International Airport with easy access to popular attractions and the Westshore business district.

What you will have an opportunity to do: We are looking for a highly motivated and analytical individual to join our team as Food and Beverage Manager. This individual is a proactive solution seeker, they lead by example, don’t settle for the normal, and continuously encourage and engage their team members. They will assist in providing the strategic leadership required to achieve the fiduciary and quality goals for the Food and Beverage operations. They will ensure the effective and efficient operation of all facets of the the hotel/resort Food and Beverage operations, while improving on the current model and be responsible for managing in a manner consistent with the mission, operating philosophy, standards, and values of the Benchmark.

Your Role:

Attend weekly meetings, relaying information about upcoming events to staff under his/her supervision. Supply information about the Food and Beverage capabilities and programs to other departments and clients or potential clients. Respond to needs and requests of guests and potential guests. Ensure that implementation and maintenance of standards of food, beverage and service quality are commensurate with a first‑class operation. Implement effective cost controls for food, beverage and labour. Must be able to understand, read and explain profit & loss statements, labor reports, cost reductions, including labor. Develop workable systems for inventory, receiving and product utilization (product cost). Develop standards of productivity for food & beverage personnel. Responsible for implementing company-wide system Create appealing, high quality, marketable cycle menus and special event menus. Create a comfortable atmosphere to encourage committed and loyal employees. Oversee hiring and training programs for food and beverage personnel. Develop management skills in employees. Oversee weekly payroll for department. Assist in all Food and Beverage outlets in whatever capacity needed.

What are we looking for?

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Previous experience as a Food and Beverage Manager in a luxury hotel and or full service resort. Knowledge of Micros. Ability to make quick decisions in high stress situations. Excellent customer service skills. Pleasant and positive personality. Well organized.

Compensation: - Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location.

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands‑on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long‑term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.