Food & Beverage Operations Manager
Core
Support the Director of Food & Beverage in planning, organizing, and daily operations of the F&B department at a convention center, ensuring compliance, profitability, and high-quality service for events.
Role type
Food & Beverage Operations Manager
Builds
Event service operations, financial reports, and operational compliance for large-scale events
Domain
Hospitality / Event Management / Convention Center
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Event operations planning, Financial reporting and analysis, Staffing and workforce planning, Inventory and supply chain management, Food safety and sanitation compliance, Vendor and client relationship management, Policy and procedure development, POS system proficiency, Team leadership and training, Operational troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Experience with Momentus or similar event management systems, Experience managing contingent labor, Knowledge of BEOs and Work Orders, Prior experience in high-volume catering or banquet operations
Technologies
Momentus, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, POS systems
Responsibilities
Generate and analyze financial reports including budgets and P&L statements, Conduct pre-event walkthroughs to verify readiness and staffing, Coordinate with culinary teams and hourly staff for event execution, Ensure compliance with alcohol service policies and safety regulations, Assist in reviewing contracts and updating departmental policies, Manage inventory levels and coordinate purchasing for supplies and equipment, Troubleshoot operational issues in real-time during events, Conduct post-event reviews to identify process improvements
Seniority
Mid-level Manager, hands-on operational leadership