Waterfront F&B Manager: Lead Service & Guest Experience

Yacht StarShip; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Subsidized parking

Complimentary tickets and employee-dis

Bonus eligible

Job summary

Yacht StarShip in Tampa, FL seeks a hands-on Food and Beverage Manager to lead daily dining and beverage service aboard a waterfront vessel. You’ll supervise the front‑of‑house team and coordinate with culinary and marine operations to ensure a polished guest experience.

Applicants should have 4+ years in hospitality leadership, with experience in upscale dining or events, scheduling, inventory, and cost controls.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive restaurant or hospitality leadership experience.
• Experience with scheduling, labor management, inventory, and cost controls.
• Experience with high-volume dining, upscale dining, banquet, or private events.
• Familiarity with POS systems, cash handling and tip reporting.
• Strong organizational, communication, and employee coaching skills.
• ServSafe Manager certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Responsible alcohol service certification or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily front‑of‑house food and beverage operations, including dining, bar service, and events.
• Coach, develop, and motivate servers, bartenders, server assistants, and other service staff.
• Remain visible and hands‑on during service, supporting the team and engaging with guests.
• Manage schedules, staffing levels, labor costs, and service assignments.
• Coordinate with Kitchen Manager to align food timing and dietary needs.
• Manage beverage and service supply ordering, inventory, and stock levels.
• Monitor beverage costs and inventory discrepancies; ensure proper purchasing.
• Ensure accurate POS use, cash handling, and tip reporting; close out procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coaching

Guest service

Operations management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

ServSafe Manager certification

Responsible alcohol service certification

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Yacht StarShip in Tampa, FL seeks a hands-on Food and Beverage Manager to lead daily dining and beverage service aboard a waterfront vessel. You’ll supervise the front‑of‑house team and coordinate with culinary and marine operations to ensure a polished guest experience.

Applicants should have 4+ years in hospitality leadership, with experience in upscale dining or events, scheduling, inventory, and cost controls.