Restaurant, Bars + Events Manager

198 rooms and 8,821 sq. Ft. Meeting/event space.

Amenities include: ocean views, beachfront access, restaurant & bar, outdoor meeting space, fitness center, rooftop lounge, outdoor pool.

Just steps from Doheny State Beach and minutes from I-5, this pet-friendly property offers guests easy access to local attractions and Dana Point Harbor’s shopping and dining. Combining coastal charm with modern amenities, it provides an engaging environment for hospitality professionals serving both leisure and business travelers, ideal for leaders who enjoy blending a resort-adjacent lifestyle with efficient operations.

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Job Description

Job Title: Restaurant, Bars + Events Manager

Department: Food & Beverage                                                     

Supervision Exercised: Food & Beverage Supervisor, Restaurant Servers/Bartenders, Banquet Staff, Food Runners/Host.

Supervision Received: General Manager with a dotted line to VP of Food & Beverage

Job Summary: The Restaurant, Bars + Events Manager is responsible for the overall leadership and administration of the hotel’s Food & Beverage operations, including restaurant, bars, banquets, catering, and in-room dining. This role ensures the highest level of guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and financial performance. The Restaurant, Bars + Events Manager, will collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and other department heads to uphold quality standards, optimize profitability, and maintain compliance with brand and company policies.

Job Duties include the following:

Operational Leadership:

• Oversee daily operations of all F&B outlets, ensuring alignment with brand and service standards.

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu planning, outlet concepts, and seasonal updates to ensure offerings remain innovative and market relevant.

• Monitor all aspects of service delivery to ensure quality, consistency, and efficiency.

• Maintain a visible presence throughout outlets and events to ensure seamless execution and guest satisfaction.

• Promote restaurant and bar concepts to the community. This position requires to connect with the community and surrounding areas to promote all F&B.

Banquet & Catering Oversight:

• Lead all aspects of banquet and catering operations, including staffing, service execution, client communication, pre-event and post-event follow-up.

• Partner with Sales and Events teams to ensure accurate event details, effective coordination, and delivery of high-quality experiences for corporate and social functions.

• Executes all necessary instructions on Banquet Event Orders and inspects all function rooms prior to event start. Manages all special requests and pop ups as needed.

• Ensures the completion of banquet consumption sheets as designated by the sales team.

• Support menu design and costing in collaboration with the Executive Chef.

Financial & Business Management:

• Develop, manage, and monitor department budgets, forecasts, and financial performance indicators.

• Implement cost-control measures to achieve targeted labor and expense ratios without compromising quality or service.

• Review financial reports regularly to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.

• Ensure compliance with purchasing, inventory, and cash-handling procedures.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Recruit, train, schedule, and evaluate F&B leadership and service staff.

• Establish clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and conduct formal performance evaluations.

• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment consistent with the hotel’s values.

• Identify development opportunities and support cross-training across outlets to enhance operational flexibility

Guest Experience & Quality Assurance:

• Ensure all guests receive consistent, high-quality service that reflects the hotel’s brand standards.

• Monitor guest feedback and service metrics, taking prompt corrective action where necessary.

• Partner with culinary and service teams to ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and timeliness.

• Support marketing initiatives and promotions designed to increase F&B revenues and visibility.

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure adherence