Food and Beverage Manager Jobs in Mississippi
Food and Beverage Manager jobs in Mississippi are open across Biloxi, Canton, and New Albany and other Mississippi metros, with employers like Wendy's, McDonald's, and Starbucks hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Dining Room Manager – Steakhouse
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports To: Restaurant Manager / Director of Food & Beverage
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary
The Dining Room Manager is responsible for overseeing all front-of-house operations of the steakhouse, ensuring exceptional guest service, operational excellence, team development, and compliance with company standards. The Dining Room Manager works closely with the Restaurant Manager and Director of Food & Beverage to maximize guest satisfaction, employee engagement, and financial performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead daily dining room operations and ensure superior guest experiences.
- Supervise servers, hosts, bussers, bartenders, and support staff.
- Conduct pre-shift meetings and communicate menu changes, promotions, and service expectations.
- Monitor service standards and ensure consistent execution.
- Resolve guest complaints promptly and professionally.
- Assist with recruiting, hiring, training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
- Develop employee schedules and manage labor costs.
- Monitor sales performance and recommend strategies to increase revenue.
- Ensure compliance with health, sanitation, safety, and alcohol service regulations.
- Coordinate with culinary and bar teams to ensure smooth service execution.
- Maintain dining room cleanliness, appearance, and organization.
- Complete administrative reports and operational documentation as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises front-of-house team members including servers, hosts, bussers, bartenders, and service support personnel. Responsible for staffing, training, coaching, performance management, and corrective action processes.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management preferred.
- Minimum 3–5 years of restaurant management experience, preferably in a high-volume steakhouse, upscale casual, fine dining, hotel, or casino environment.
- Strong leadership, communication, and guest relations skills.
- Knowledge of food, wine, beverage service, and restaurant operations.
- Proficiency with POS systems, scheduling software, and Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
- Ability to analyze operational reports and financial performance metrics.
- Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive motions.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
Work Environment
Work is performed primarily in a restaurant environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and peak business periods. Must be available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.
Key Performance Indicators
- Guest satisfaction scores
- Employee retention and engagement
- Labor cost management
- Food and beverage sales growth
- Compliance with operational standards
- Mystery shopper and quality assurance results
Equal Employment Opportunity
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Dining Room Manager – Steakhouse
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports To: Restaurant Manager / Director of Food & Beverage
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary
The Dining Room Manager is responsible for overseeing all front-of-house operations of the steakhouse, ensuring exceptional guest service, operational excellence, team development, and compliance with company standards. The Dining Room Manager works closely with the Restaurant Manager and Director of Food & Beverage to maximize guest satisfaction, employee engagement, and financial performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead daily dining room operations and ensure superior guest experiences.
- Supervise servers, hosts, bussers, bartenders, and support staff.
- Conduct pre-shift meetings and communicate menu changes, promotions, and service expectations.
- Monitor service standards and ensure consistent execution.
- Resolve guest complaints promptly and professionally.
- Assist with recruiting, hiring, training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
- Develop employee schedules and manage labor costs.
- Monitor sales performance and recommend strategies to increase revenue.
- Ensure compliance with health, sanitation, safety, and alcohol service regulations.
- Coordinate with culinary and bar teams to ensure smooth service execution.
- Maintain dining room cleanliness, appearance, and organization.
- Complete administrative reports and operational documentation as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises front-of-house team members including servers, hosts, bussers, bartenders, and service support personnel. Responsible for staffing, training, coaching, performance management, and corrective action processes.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management preferred.
- Minimum 3–5 years of restaurant management experience, preferably in a high-volume steakhouse, upscale casual, fine dining, hotel, or casino environment.
- Strong leadership, communication, and guest relations skills.
- Knowledge of food, wine, beverage service, and restaurant operations.
- Proficiency with POS systems, scheduling software, and Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
- Ability to analyze operational reports and financial performance metrics.
- Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive motions.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
Work Environment
Work is performed primarily in a restaurant environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and peak business periods. Must be available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.
Key Performance Indicators
- Guest satisfaction scores
- Employee retention and engagement
- Labor cost management
- Food and beverage sales growth
- Compliance with operational standards
- Mystery shopper and quality assurance results
Equal Employment Opportunity
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.
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Food and Beverage Manager Job Market in Mississippi
A snapshot from current Mississippi openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Wendy's91
- McDonald's21
- Starbucks20
- PECO FOODS17
- Belterra Resort Indiana13
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage188
- Hospitality & Tourism19
- Retail15
- Consumer Goods4
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
What Mississippi Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food and beverage manager jobs across Mississippi.
- 3-5 years of food and beverage supervisory or management experience
- ServSafe Food Manager certification or equivalent state credential
- Proven ability to manage food cost, labor cost, and inventory controls
- Experience with point-of-sale and inventory management software
- Strong knowledge of local health and safety regulations and compliance
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management or a related field preferred
Food and Beverage Manager Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions
How many food and beverage manager jobs are there in Mississippi?
There are 226+ food and beverage manager openings in Mississippi on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Biloxi, Canton, and New Albany. New positions post regularly as employers across Mississippi hire.
How much do food and beverage managers make in Mississippi?
Food and beverage managers in Mississippi earn a median of about $59,540 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $36,400 for the lowest 10% to over $89,700 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Mississippi cities have the most food and beverage manager jobs?
Biloxi, Canton, and New Albany have the most food and beverage manager openings in Mississippi right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire food and beverage managers in Mississippi?
Employers hiring food and beverage managers in Mississippi include Wendy's, McDonald's, and Starbucks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote food and beverage manager jobs in Mississippi?
Yes. About 0% of food and beverage manager openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Mississippi metros.
How do I apply for food and beverage manager jobs in Mississippi?
You can apply to food and beverage manager jobs in Mississippi directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Mississippi location, then apply to each one that fits.
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