Food and Beverage Manager Jobs

Food and Beverage Manager jobs are open across hotels, restaurants, resorts, and corporate dining at every level from assistant manager to director, with specializations in banquet operations, beverage programs, and multi-outlet oversight. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles1,195+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTarget
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type91% On-site
Top industryRetail

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HP Hood
Food & Beverage Production Maintenance Mechanic/Technician
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Food & Beverage Production Maintenance Mechanic/Technician
HP Hood
Concord, New Hampshire
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
$29 - $31/hr
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Food and Beverage Supervisor
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Food and Beverage Supervisor
Authentic Hospitality
New York, New York
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$30 - $35/hr
Food Handler Certification

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Target
Food & Beverage Team Leader
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New 7h ago
Food & Beverage Team Leader
Target
Brentwood, Missouri
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$22 - $37.4/hr
Food Safety Manager Certification
10,000+

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Target
Seasonal: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food & Beverage, Front of Store Attendant (Cart Attendant), Style, Inbound (Stocking) (T2527)
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Seasonal: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food & Beverage, Front of Store Attendant (Cart Attendant), Style, Inbound (Stocking) (T2527)
Target
Wyncote, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
10,000+

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CLEVELAND SKATING CLUB
Food and Beverage Manager
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CLEVELAND SKATING CLUB
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Food and Beverage Manager
CLEVELAND SKATING CLUB
Shaker Heights, Ohio
Business Development
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
51-200

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Food and Beverage Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Target
    Target200
  • Marriott International
    Marriott International87
  • BlueStar Resort & Golf
    BlueStar Resort & Golf43
  • Hilton
    Hilton29
  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell25

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail12
  • Hospitality & Tourism6
  • Food & Beverage5
  • Sports & Recreation2
  • Technology & Software1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in food and beverage manager jobs.

  • Three or more years of food and beverage management experience in a comparable setting
  • Proven ability to manage labor costs, food cost percentages, and departmental budgets
  • ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent food safety credential
  • Experience with point-of-sale systems and inventory management software
  • Strong team leadership skills including scheduling, training, and performance management
  • Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, culinary arts, or a related field preferred

Tips for Your Food and Beverage Manager Job Search

Quantify your revenue and cost metrics

Hiring managers want to see numbers on your resume. Replace vague phrases like 'managed a team' with specific figures: the size of your outlet's annual food and beverage revenue, your labor cost percentage, and any measurable improvements you drove in guest satisfaction scores or waste reduction.

Match your certifications to the listing

Many postings require or strongly prefer a ServSafe Manager certification, TIPS certification, or a sommelier credential. Cross-check each listing before applying and move those credentials to the top of your resume when they appear in the job description, so they clear the initial screening fast.

Target listings by outlet type, not just title

A food and beverage manager role at a full-service hotel involves banquet and catering oversight that a standalone restaurant role doesn't. Filter your search by property type and read the reporting structure carefully so you're targeting openings that match the operational environment where you're strongest.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists food and beverage manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for scenario-based interview questions

Interviewers in this field routinely ask how you handled a high-volume service failure, managed a team member performance issue mid-shift, or rebuilt a beverage program on a reduced budget. Prepare two or three specific situations from your experience that show both your operational judgment and your people management approach.

Negotiate start date and onboarding timeline

Operators often want an immediate start, but a two-week overlap with an outgoing manager can dramatically affect your first few months. Once you have an offer, ask whether a transition period is possible and frame it as protecting the operation, not delaying your start.

Food and Beverage Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most food and beverage managers?

The most active employers for food and beverage managers right now are Target, Marriott International, and BlueStar Resort & Golf, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand tends to be strongest at full-service hotel brands and multi-unit restaurant groups with ongoing expansion.

How many food and beverage manager jobs are remote?

About 9% of food and beverage manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that most roles require on-site leadership of kitchen, bar, and service teams. The exceptions tend to be corporate-level positions in menu development, vendor relations, or regional operations oversight, where travel substitutes for a fixed on-site schedule.

How do you become a food and beverage manager?

Most food and beverage managers start in front-of-house or kitchen roles, move into supervisor or assistant manager positions, and build experience managing shifts, scheduling staff, and controlling costs before stepping into a full management role. A hospitality or culinary degree accelerates the path, and earning a ServSafe Manager certification and developing fluency with inventory software strengthens your candidacy at each step.

Can you get hired as a food and beverage manager with limited experience?

Getting hired into a food and beverage manager role with limited direct management experience is possible if you can demonstrate strong supervisory exposure, cost control awareness, and operational knowledge. Smaller independent restaurants and contract dining operations are more likely to promote from within or consider candidates who are a step below the title, especially when paired with relevant certifications and measurable results from prior roles.

What does the food and beverage manager interview process look like?

The process typically starts with a phone screen focused on your operational background and preferred property type, followed by one or two in-person rounds that include a property tour and scenario questions about staffing challenges, service failures, and budget management. Final-stage interviews often involve meeting department heads or a general manager, and some employers ask for a written plan or presentation covering how you'd approach your first few months.

Where can I find and apply to food and beverage manager jobs?

You can find and apply to food and beverage manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and outlet type, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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