Senior Level Food and Beverage Specialist Jobs
Senior level food and beverage specialist jobs put experienced professionals in charge of product strategy, quality standards, and the cross-functional teams and initiatives that bring beverage and food programs to life. Roles are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Food & Beverage, and Hospitality & Tourism, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions available, and employers like Burns & McDonnell, Pinterest, and Dennis hiring at this level now.
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Food & Beverage Manager
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports To: Director of Food & Beverage, General Manager
Status: Full-Time
Pay Rate: From $25 per hour based on experience
Job Summary
The Food & Beverage Manager oversees daily property food and beverage operations, ensuring exceptional service standards, culinary excellence, and optimized department profitability. Working closely with the Director of F&B, this role drives revenue growth through innovative marketing, maintains strict budget control over labor and cost of goods sold (COGS), and fosters a high-performance team environment to minimize turnover. A key focus of this position includes the hands-on preparation and seamless execution of high-volume banquets and private events, alongside supporting daily operations within the Shade Bar & Grill.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Event Execution
- Supervise and direct daily front-of-house F&H and banquet personnel to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Actively assist in the physical preparation, setup, and structural execution of major banquets, conferences, and property events.
- Oversee and support daily restaurant operations, guest relations, and service standards within the Shade Bar & Grill.
- Monitor product quality and presentation consistency, collaborating with the culinary team on menu engineering and planning.
- Address and resolve guest feedback or complaints swiftly, leveraging opportunities to elevate service recovery and guest loyalty.
Financial & Administrative Management
- Manage payroll and revenue budgets, ensuring productivity targets are met without compromising service quality.
- Coordinate the timely procurement of food, beverage, and service equipment within designated budgetary allocations.
- Prepare and submit operational, financial, and departmental reports within established timelines.
- Implement and track loss prevention, inventory controls, and waste reduction protocols across all outlets.
Leadership & Talent Development
- Interview, onboard, and hire front-of-house F&B associates in compliance with corporate talent standards.
- Lead the training of F&B personnel on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical skills, and premium hospitality practices.
- Facilitate brand-specific training (e.g., Marriott standards, advanced customer service) to maintain corporate compliance.
- Conduct regular departmental meetings to align staff on performance metrics, upcoming event details, and property initiatives.
- Participate in the Manager on Duty (M.O.D.) program and attend all required pre- and post-convention conferences.
Compliance & Safety
- Enforce full compliance with local, state, and federal liquor laws, health department codes, and sanitation regulations.
- Maintain strict adherence to brand standards, corporate SOPs, and employee grooming guidelines.
Job Requirements & Qualifications
Experience & Education
- Progressive Hospitality Experience: At least 6 years of progressive leadership experience in hotel food & beverage or a high-volume restaurant environment; OR
- Degree & Experience Multipliers: A 4-year college degree paired with a minimum of 3 years of related hospitality management experience; OR a 2-year college degree with a minimum of 4 years of related management experience.
Technical & Core Competencies
- Systems Proficiency: Proficient with property management systems (PMS), modern point-of-sale (POS) platforms, inventory software, and spreadsheet applications.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep operational understanding of F&B preparation techniques, banquet logistics, cost control, state liquor laws, and health department sanitation metrics.
Physical & Mental Demands
- Schedule Flexibility: Ability to work a flexible schedule including long hours, weekends, nights, and holidays according to business and event volumes.
- Physical Capability: Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or move equipment and event materials.
- Critical Thinking: Exceptional situational problem-solving skills; ability to anticipate operational challenges, evaluate solutions, and make decisive, accurate judgments under pressure.
- Communication Style: Attentive, courteous, and highly effective communication style suited for resolving employee challenges and addressing corporate executive committee updates.
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Food & Beverage Manager
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports To: Director of Food & Beverage, General Manager
Status: Full-Time
Pay Rate: From $25 per hour based on experience
Job Summary
The Food & Beverage Manager oversees daily property food and beverage operations, ensuring exceptional service standards, culinary excellence, and optimized department profitability. Working closely with the Director of F&B, this role drives revenue growth through innovative marketing, maintains strict budget control over labor and cost of goods sold (COGS), and fosters a high-performance team environment to minimize turnover. A key focus of this position includes the hands-on preparation and seamless execution of high-volume banquets and private events, alongside supporting daily operations within the Shade Bar & Grill.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Event Execution
- Supervise and direct daily front-of-house F&H and banquet personnel to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Actively assist in the physical preparation, setup, and structural execution of major banquets, conferences, and property events.
- Oversee and support daily restaurant operations, guest relations, and service standards within the Shade Bar & Grill.
- Monitor product quality and presentation consistency, collaborating with the culinary team on menu engineering and planning.
- Address and resolve guest feedback or complaints swiftly, leveraging opportunities to elevate service recovery and guest loyalty.
Financial & Administrative Management
- Manage payroll and revenue budgets, ensuring productivity targets are met without compromising service quality.
- Coordinate the timely procurement of food, beverage, and service equipment within designated budgetary allocations.
- Prepare and submit operational, financial, and departmental reports within established timelines.
- Implement and track loss prevention, inventory controls, and waste reduction protocols across all outlets.
Leadership & Talent Development
- Interview, onboard, and hire front-of-house F&B associates in compliance with corporate talent standards.
- Lead the training of F&B personnel on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical skills, and premium hospitality practices.
- Facilitate brand-specific training (e.g., Marriott standards, advanced customer service) to maintain corporate compliance.
- Conduct regular departmental meetings to align staff on performance metrics, upcoming event details, and property initiatives.
- Participate in the Manager on Duty (M.O.D.) program and attend all required pre- and post-convention conferences.
Compliance & Safety
- Enforce full compliance with local, state, and federal liquor laws, health department codes, and sanitation regulations.
- Maintain strict adherence to brand standards, corporate SOPs, and employee grooming guidelines.
Job Requirements & Qualifications
Experience & Education
- Progressive Hospitality Experience: At least 6 years of progressive leadership experience in hotel food & beverage or a high-volume restaurant environment; OR
- Degree & Experience Multipliers: A 4-year college degree paired with a minimum of 3 years of related hospitality management experience; OR a 2-year college degree with a minimum of 4 years of related management experience.
Technical & Core Competencies
- Systems Proficiency: Proficient with property management systems (PMS), modern point-of-sale (POS) platforms, inventory software, and spreadsheet applications.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep operational understanding of F&B preparation techniques, banquet logistics, cost control, state liquor laws, and health department sanitation metrics.
Physical & Mental Demands
- Schedule Flexibility: Ability to work a flexible schedule including long hours, weekends, nights, and holidays according to business and event volumes.
- Physical Capability: Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or move equipment and event materials.
- Critical Thinking: Exceptional situational problem-solving skills; ability to anticipate operational challenges, evaluate solutions, and make decisive, accurate judgments under pressure.
- Communication Style: Attentive, courteous, and highly effective communication style suited for resolving employee challenges and addressing corporate executive committee updates.
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Senior Level Food and Beverage Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level food and beverage specialist job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned full product cycles, led cross-functional initiatives, and driven measurable outcomes in quality, compliance, or revenue. A portfolio demonstrating category management, supplier negotiations, or successful product launches carries significant weight. Certifications in food science, sensory evaluation, or beverage technology strengthen your candidacy, as does evidence of mentoring junior specialists or managing vendor relationships at scale.
Which companies hire senior level food and beverage specialists?
Companies hiring senior level food and beverage specialists right now include Burns & McDonnell, Pinterest, and Dennis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large food and beverage manufacturers, hospitality groups, retail chains with private-label programs, and specialty ingredient or distribution companies seeking experienced specialists to lead product and quality functions.
Are there remote senior level food and beverage specialist jobs?
Yes, though many roles require at least some on-site presence given the hands-on nature of product development and quality oversight. About 100% of senior level food and beverage specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote opportunities more common in category management, procurement, and regulatory affairs than in production-facing or sensory-evaluation roles.
What makes a food and beverage specialist role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. At this level, specialists set product or quality strategy, lead cross-functional projects, manage vendor or supplier relationships independently, and are accountable for category or program outcomes. They are also expected to mentor junior team members, contribute to process improvements, and represent the function in stakeholder or executive conversations.
Which industries hire the most senior level food and beverage specialists?
Senior Level food and beverage specialist roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Food & Beverage, and Hospitality & Tourism, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they require experienced specialists to manage complex product portfolios, meet rigorous regulatory and safety standards, and lead innovation efforts that require both technical depth and cross-functional coordination.