Overview
Food and Beverage Manager Jobs in Santa Monica, CA at Huntley Santa Monica Beach
Title: Food and Beverage Manager
Company: Huntley Santa Monica Beach
Location: Santa Monica, CA
We are seeking an experienced and service-driven Food & Beverage Manager to oversee front-of-house operations across The Penthouse, Banquets & Events, In-Room Dining, and Café outlets. This role is responsible for leading the team, maintaining high standards, and ensuring a consistently refined guest experience across all touch points.
Salary: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Key Responsibilities
Guest Experience
- Maintain a strong presence on the floor, especially during peak periods
- Ensure service is polished, attentive, and consistent across all outlets
- Handle guest concerns with professionalism and care
Leadership & Development
- Lead, support, and develop outlet managers and front-of-house teams
- Provide ongoing coaching, training, and performance feedback
- Build a culture rooted in accountability and hospitality
Operations
- Oversee daily operations across restaurant, banquets, IRD, and café
- Drive efficiency, service flow, and overall performance
- Monitor key metrics including labor, revenue, and guest satisfaction
Standards & SOPs
- Implement and uphold clear service and operational standards
- Ensure consistency in execution through training and accountability
Financial & Compliance
- Manage labor, scheduling, and cost controls
- Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in fine dining or luxury hospitality
- Multi-outlet experience strongly preferred
- Strong leadership presence with a hands-on approach
- Detail-oriented with a focus on elevated service
- Proficient in POS and reporting systems
- Wine knowledge is a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Restaurant Management: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
