Food and Beverage Supervisor

Food and Beverage Supervisor The Sitio - 5.0 Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time $22 an hour 19 hours ago Qualifications Hotel cost control Food quality maintenance Menu design Program management Hotel regulations compliance Proactive hotel and accommodations guest assistance Hotel policy compliance Quality assurance within food and beverage industry Food service health code compliance Bar safety compliance (food service) Sales Team leadership Operational management Safety regulations Operations coordination Client rapport building Bar supply ordering Mid-level Developing staff training programs as a food service manager Schedule management Inventory tracking for food cost management Beverage recipe development Managing events in a senior hospitality management role Organizational skills Materials management in food and beverage Meeting or exceeding sales goals Brand activation campaign events Quality control within food and beverage industry Restaurant cost management Managing food service teams Full Job Description Overview We are seeking an experienced and hands on Food and Beverage Lead to oversee and elevate our dining and poolside experiences at our 20 room boutique hotel. This role combines leadership with day to day operational responsibilities, managing a small team and running the entire food and beverage program from breakfast service to poolside cocktails. The ideal candidate is a natural leader with a passion for hospitality, attention to detail, and the ability to create memorable guest experiences in a relaxed yet refined environment. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Operations Oversee all food and beverage operations, including the restaurant, bar, and pool deck service. Lead, train, schedule, and motivate a small F and B team to deliver exceptional service. Maintain a visible presence during service to support staff and engage with guests. Develop and maintain service standards aligned with the hotel's boutique brand. Menu and Program Management Collaborate with culinary partners or chefs on menu design, seasonal updates, and specials. Curate beverage menus, including wine, cocktails, and non alcoholic offerings. Manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls for all F and B supplies. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and liquor licensing regulations. Guest Experience Build rapport with guests, personalize service, and handle any special requests or concerns. Ensure consistent quality in food, drinks, and service presentation. Plan and execute special events, tastings, or poolside activations to enhance the guest experience. Administrative Track sales, manage budgets, and work with management to meet revenue targets. Implement training programs for staff on service etiquette, menu knowledge, and safety. Maintain clear communication between the F and B team, kitchen, and hotel management. Physical Requirements Exert physical effort in lifting transporting at least 25 pounds. Push, pull carts and other equipment up to 100 pounds. Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, listening, and hearing ability and visual acuity. Work environment includes all areas of the hotel, surf park, and restaurant. This job involves working under variable temperature conditions and noise levels, in indoor and outdoor settings. Must be able to stand and exert well paced mobility for lengthy periods of time. Responsible for knowing and abiding by all departments, Commonwealth Lodging Management, and hotel policies and procedures, as well as all brand standards, policies, and procedures. This job description is not intended to provide a complete and comprehensive list of all job duties, requirements, and responsibilities. Instead, it is provided as a general overview of the expectations for the position. Previous leadership experience in food and beverage operations hotel or restaurant preferred. Strong knowledge of both front of house and bar operations. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Ability to multitask in a fast paced, guest facing environment. Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays. Current food handler and alcohol service certifications or willingness to obtain.