Food & Beverage Manager - Eataly Houston (New Store Opening!)

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to: EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge Each Eataly location features authentic Italian dishes made with the highest quality, seasonal ingredients. Meat dishes, seafood dishes, pasta, pizza, street food – you can find it all in our various outlets! The Food & Beverage (F&B) Manager directs the front of house operations of restaurants. Reports to the Store Director and oversees the team of Restaurant. Organizes and directs a store’s restaurant operations to maximize profitability while upholding the company’s mission, values, policies, quality and guest experience standards Sets departmental goals and leads a team of managers, working closely with each to understand operational needs, provide training and motivation, and encourage interdepartmental collaboration Assists with employee hiring, assignment, training, payroll, scheduling, evaluations and terminations Works the floor actively, applying a hands-on approach, unafraid to get hands dirty Executes strategies around pricing, merchandizing, new products and promotions aimed at increasing efficiencies and driving sales   Estimates food and beverage needs, and requisitions or purchases food, beverage, supplies and equipment; receives and checks orders to ensure they adhere to specifications. Works with Fulfillment Ops Manager to ensure successful management of inter Store procurement program Prepares weekly updates on front of house, beverage and QSR operations, while collaborating closely with corporate and senior leaders to plan activities and achieve goals Documents, investigates and resolves employee and guest incidents Performs other duties as required or assigned    Bachelor’s Degree 3+ years of front of house and/or QSR management experience in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant Exceptional communication, leadership, motivational and team-building skills   Demonstrated problem-solving, organizational, analytical and business management skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Experience with Italian cuisine and wine highly preferred  Compensation: This position pays a base salary of $75,000 - $85,000 — Published by Eataly. Apply on the employer's own posting.