Los Angeles
Job Description Food & Beverage Manager - The Proud Bird Where Aviation History Meets Next-Level Hospitality About Us The Proud Bird is one of LA's most iconic dining destinations - a reimagined aviation-themed food hall paired with a high-volume events center, panoramic LAX runway views, and a fast-paced, multi-concept guest experience. Named LA's Hottest Food Hall by Food Network, we deliver unforgettable moments through exceptional food, engaging service, and nonstop innovation. We're searching for a dynamic Food & Beverage Manager to help elevate daily operations across our food hall, bar, and events venue - someone who thrives in a multi-outlet, high-volume environment and brings both hospitality polish and contract-services discipline. What You'll Get A competitive, lifestyle-forward benefits package: • Industry-leading compensation, • Comprehensive medical & dental options, • Employer HSA contributions, • Lifestyle Spending Account (gym, childcare, wellness, etc.), • Supplemental benefit plans, • 401k with employer match, • Employer-paid life insurance, • Paid vacation, sick time & floating holidays, • Monthly Reward Dollars at SRC locations, • Education Assistance Program (EdAP), • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Management referral bonuses up to $4,000 As our Food & Beverage Manager, you'll be hands-on in all aspects of service execution, food hall leadership, bar operations, and event support - ensuring every guest interaction is elevated and every shift runs seamlessly. Operations & Leadership • Support the GM and AGM with daily operations of the Food Bazaar, bar, and events spaces, • Lead, train, and coach service teams to uphold Proud Bird's high hospitality standards, • Establish strong floor presence with a focus on oversight, follow-through, and accountability, • Engage with guests throughout the property, delivering memorable and personalized interactions, • Review guest notes, special occasions, and historical visit information to drive "Surprise & Delight" moments, • Work closely with Event Managers and Captains to ensure seamless transitions between restaurant and banquet operations, • Oversee event-day restaurant support including flow, timing, staffing, and guest experience, • Assist with scheduling, labor management, ordering, and inventory control, • Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards across all areas, • Support marketing activations, promotions, and community engagement initiatives A service-driven leader who thrives in fast-paced, multi-outlet, high-volume operations - with a passion for hospitality and team success. Required Experience • 2-4 years of high-volume restaurant management experience, • Background in multi-concept venues, food halls, or contract services a plus, • Experience supporting special events or banquets strongly preferred, • High emotional intelligence + strong communication skills, • Effective trainer and team motivator, • Calm, organized, and proactive under pressure, • Excellent conflict resolution and guest service instincts, • Detail-oriented with strong follow-through, • Leader - People want to follow you, • Innovative - You bring new ideas to the table, • Detail-Oriented - Precision and care define your style, • Enthusiastic - You bring energy to every shift, • Team Player - You collaborate naturally, • Dedicated - You show up with loyalty and integrity Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law. The Proud Bird maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing of a background check. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment background check