Food Service Manager
12 days ago
Bakersfield
Job DescriptionSalary: $70,000-$76,000 Position Purpose The Food Service Manager is responsible for overseeing and supporting daily back-of-house (BOH) food service operations across all meal periods. This role focuses on operational execution, staffing coordination, inventory control, sanitation, and food safety compliance, while supporting culinary leadership in delivering consistent food quality and an exceptional guest experience. This position is operational in nature and works directly with Food and Beverage leadership. Range of Salary: $70,000- $76,000 Essential Duties & Responsibilities BOH Operations & Supervision • Oversee and support daily BOH operations across all kitchens to ensure efficient, organized, and compliant service execution., • Assist with organizing BOH staffing, directing daily prep activities, and supporting service flow., • Ensure BOH opening and closing procedures are completed accurately, including proper setup, breakdown, cleaning, and product storage., • Monitor kitchen readiness to ensure stations are stocked, organized, and operational prior to service., • Monitor food preparation to ensure adherence to approved recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines., • Verify that food quality, portions, and garnishes meet established standards prior to service., • Identify quality or consistency concerns and escalate issues to culinary leadership as appropriate., • Conduct routine inspections of kitchens, walk-ins, freezers, and dry storage areas to ensure cleanliness, organization, equipment safety, and compliance with local health codes., • Ensure BOH staff follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards at all times., • Report maintenance or equipment issues promptly to appropriate departments., • Coordinate and monitor daily and weekly product ordering in accordance with established par levels and forecasted needs., • Assist with bi-weekly and monthly inventories to ensure accuracy prior to submission to management., • Review invoices for accuracy and report discrepancies or pricing variances to management., • Monitor par levels, waste logs, and requisition processes to support cost control and inventory accuracy., • Provide day-to-day supervision and guidance to BOH staff, including coaching and reinforcement of operational standards., • Assist with onboarding and training BOH employees on procedures, sanitation, and food handling requirements., • Monitor employee productivity and adherence to policies; document and escalate performance issues as appropriate., • Assist with BOH scheduling coordination to ensure adequate coverage while supporting labor efficiency., • Oversee department timekeeping practices to ensure accurate clock-in/clock-out procedures., • Ensure compliance with California meal and rest period requirements, including timely meal breaks and documentation., • Collaborate with Sales, Banquets, and Front-of-House leadership to support operational needs and guest satisfaction., • Assist with organizing and coordinating BOH execution for banquets and special events., • Maintain flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules as required by business needs., • Uphold The Padre Hotels standards for professionalism, teamwork, cleanliness, and service excellence., • Perform other related duties as assigned by management. SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by management based upon the particular requirements of the company. EDUCATION High School graduate or equivalent required. EXPERIENCE Minimum 3 + years of combined education and / or high-volume kitchen-related work in management role. Flexible availability is required for this position (days, evenings, weekends, holidays) Bakersfields best hotel, Padre Hotel, first opened its doors in 1928 and today is Bakersfields only 4-Diamond Hotel. After being closed for several years, the historic hotel underwent a transformation to become a sophisticated boutique hotel with restaurants, nightlife, wedding venues and conference facilities. After a long day out in the oil fields, working on the farm, or just exploring Bakersfield, come unwind in our luxurious guest rooms, host your private event, or enjoy one of Padre Hotel Bakersfields five unique dining options. This venue is operated by Eat.Drink.Sleep. In return, we offer competitive wages and caring, attentive management personnel. Employees are eligible for generous discounts at all venues operated by Eat.Drink.Sleep. The Padre Hotel provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The Padre Hotel complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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