Food and Beverage Manager Jobs in Wisconsin
Food and Beverage Manager jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where hotel groups, casino resorts, and large event venues drive consistent hiring across banquet operations, restaurant management, and catering coordination. Employers like Potawatomi Casino Hotel, Kohler Co., and Marcus Hotels and Resorts maintain active food and beverage operations year-round and recruit for roles from assistant manager to director level. Demand is especially strong in brewery and craft beverage operations, given Wisconsin's outsized presence in that segment. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Join our team as a Part-Time Busser and help create a clean, welcoming, and efficient dining experience for our guests. In this support role, you’ll assist servers by maintaining dining room cleanliness, resetting tables, and ensuring service stations are fully stocked. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced restaurant environment and being part of a team-focused operation.
Position Details
- Employment Type: Part Time
- Shift: Flexible (Days, Evenings, Weekends, Holidays)
- Department: Food & Beverage / Restaurant
What You’ll Do
- Set and reset tables according to restaurant and resort standards
- Clear and clean tables promptly between guest seatings
- Remove used dishes, glassware, and utensils and transport them to the dish area
- Assist servers by refilling water, delivering bread/butter, and supporting guest needs
- Stock service stations with linens, silverware, china, glassware, and condiments
- Polish and roll silverware as needed
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining room and service areas
- Perform side work duties as assigned by servers, supervisors, or managers
- Arrange tables and chairs to meet operational needs and seating plans
- Monitor floors and guest areas, cleaning spills and debris promptly
- Support overall restaurant operations to ensure smooth and efficient service
What We’re Looking For
- Previous bussing or restaurant experience preferred (not required)
- Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to assist others
- Good communication and time management skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and organization
- Positive attitude and guest-focused approach
- Reliable and punctual
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 30 lbs regularly
- Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive motion
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a high-volume setting
Work Environment
- Fast-paced restaurant environment within a resort setting
- Frequent interaction with guests and team members
- Exposure to moderate noise levels and busy service periods
- Requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak seasons
- Active role requiring continuous movement and multitasking
About Lake Lawn Resort
Located on Delavan Lake, Lake Lawn Resort is a premier hospitality destination known for exceptional service and a strong team culture. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a steady role, this is a great place to grow.
Disclaimer
This role includes a variety of responsibilities to support daily operations.
Join our team as a Part-Time Busser and help create a clean, welcoming, and efficient dining experience for our guests. In this support role, you’ll assist servers by maintaining dining room cleanliness, resetting tables, and ensuring service stations are fully stocked. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced restaurant environment and being part of a team-focused operation.
Position Details
- Employment Type: Part Time
- Shift: Flexible (Days, Evenings, Weekends, Holidays)
- Department: Food & Beverage / Restaurant
What You’ll Do
- Set and reset tables according to restaurant and resort standards
- Clear and clean tables promptly between guest seatings
- Remove used dishes, glassware, and utensils and transport them to the dish area
- Assist servers by refilling water, delivering bread/butter, and supporting guest needs
- Stock service stations with linens, silverware, china, glassware, and condiments
- Polish and roll silverware as needed
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining room and service areas
- Perform side work duties as assigned by servers, supervisors, or managers
- Arrange tables and chairs to meet operational needs and seating plans
- Monitor floors and guest areas, cleaning spills and debris promptly
- Support overall restaurant operations to ensure smooth and efficient service
What We’re Looking For
- Previous bussing or restaurant experience preferred (not required)
- Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to assist others
- Good communication and time management skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and organization
- Positive attitude and guest-focused approach
- Reliable and punctual
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 30 lbs regularly
- Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive motion
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a high-volume setting
Work Environment
- Fast-paced restaurant environment within a resort setting
- Frequent interaction with guests and team members
- Exposure to moderate noise levels and busy service periods
- Requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak seasons
- Active role requiring continuous movement and multitasking
About Lake Lawn Resort
Located on Delavan Lake, Lake Lawn Resort is a premier hospitality destination known for exceptional service and a strong team culture. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a steady role, this is a great place to grow.
Disclaimer
This role includes a variety of responsibilities to support daily operations.
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Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Food and Beverage Manager Job Market in Wisconsin
A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Target13
- Kohler5
- Fortress Nutrition2
- Wilderness Hotel and Resort2
- Levy1
Top Industries Hiring
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food and beverage manager jobs across Wisconsin.
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, culinary arts, or a related field preferred
- Minimum three to five years of progressive food and beverage supervisory experience
- Current Wisconsin Food Manager Certification through an accredited program such as ServSafe
- Demonstrated experience managing budgets, labor costs, and vendor relationships
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems and inventory management software
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and Wisconsin Department of Agriculture standards
Food and Beverage Manager Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a food and beverage manager in Wisconsin?
Most Wisconsin employers expect a combination of a hospitality or culinary degree and hands-on supervisory experience. Wisconsin does not require a state-issued manager license, but employers strongly prefer candidates who hold a current Food Manager Certification through a Wisconsin-accepted program such as ServSafe or the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals. Building experience in front-of-house or kitchen supervision at Wisconsin hotels, resorts, or large-volume restaurants is the most direct path to a manager role.
Which companies hire food and beverage managers in Wisconsin?
Companies currently hiring food and beverage managers in Wisconsin include Target, Kohler, and Fortress Nutrition, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Wisconsin's mix of casino resorts, full-service hotel brands, and independent brewery and event venue operators creates consistent openings across multiple segments of the industry.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most food and beverage manager jobs?
Milwaukee, Kohler, and Madison account for the largest share of food and beverage manager openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of its concentration of full-service hotels, casino properties, and a large craft brewery sector, while Madison's university-driven hospitality market and Kohler's destination resort operations each generate significant hiring in their respective areas.
Are there remote food and beverage manager jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. Food and beverage management is an inherently hands-on role requiring on-site oversight of staff, kitchens, and guest service, which limits remote arrangements significantly. About 14% of food and beverage manager openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions are typically corporate-level roles in purchasing, training, or multi-unit oversight rather than direct operations management.
How can I get hired as a food and beverage manager in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up through front-of-house roles such as shift supervisor, lead server, or banquet captain at a large Wisconsin property. Marcus Hotels and Resorts and Potawatomi Casino Hotel both promote from within and offer structured advancement for supervisors who demonstrate consistency. Earning a ServSafe Food Manager Certification before applying signals readiness and is required at most Wisconsin employers before any promotion to a manager title.
Where can I find and apply to food and beverage manager jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to food and beverage manager jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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