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Food and Beverage Manager

Lightwell Hotel + Spa Hood River, OR

Hood River, OR

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$50k - $80k/yr Full time Business Management Culinary Operations Customer Service

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Job Description

Lightwell Hotel & Spa, an onsite Hood River boutique property, invites a Food and Beverage Manager to lead our multi-outlet operation spanning a fine dining restaurant, casual dining spaces, a bar, and an on-site coffee shop. This role offers a competitive USD 50,000 - 80,000 per year salary, plus a robust benefits package and a workplace culture that prioritizes hospitality excellence, collaboration, and guest satisfaction.

Based in Hood River, Oregon, the position oversees service, financial performance, staffing, training, and guest experience across all food and beverage outlets. The successful candidate will bring at least three years of progressive restaurant management experience and a proven ability to adapt service style to diverse outlet profiles.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Monthly parking stipend
Employee discounts on VIP Hospitality Group properties
Discounts on dining, retail, and café experiences

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of all restaurant outlets, bar, and coffee shop, ensuring consistent execution of service standards in both fine dining and casual settings.
Walk the floor during service to support the team and ensure guests receive prompt, professional, and engaging service.
Collaborate with the hotel leadership team (GM, Rooms, Spa, Events) to align F&B operations with standards and guest expectations.
Lead F&B management, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L accountability for all outlets.
Monitor revenue, labor, and cost of goods daily; implement strategies to drive topline sales while maintaining targeted margins.
Develop promotions, upsell programs, and outlet initiatives to increase average check, outlet capture, and overall profitability.
Recruit, interview, and hire team members for restaurant, bar, and coffee shop roles, building diverse, high-performing teams across outlets.
Create and adjust schedules based on forecasted business levels, events, and seasonality to balance service needs with labor targets.
Provide clear direction and coaching to supervisors, leads, and line staff; conduct regular one-on-ones and performance reviews.
Design and deliver training for new hires and ongoing staff development, covering service standards, POS proficiency, sequence of service, and coffee/barista skills.
Cross-train personnel across outlets to create scheduling flexibility and ensure a consistent guest experience.
Lead pre-shift meetings and ongoing coaching to reinforce hospitality standards, menu knowledge, and sales techniques.
Oversee ordering and inventory for food, beverage, and coffee programs, including par levels and vendor relationships.
Implement inventory controls, waste tracking, and variance reporting to manage product loss and protect cost of goods.
Partner with culinary leadership to maintain menu profitability, proper portioning, and recipe adherence.
Maintain a visible presence during peak periods to engage with guests, solicit feedback, and resolve issues in real time.
Uphold high standards of food quality, beverage execution, and presentation across both fine dining and casual environments.
Manage guest complaints and recovery, documenting trends and implementing preventative measures.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations, including state and local requirements and hotel policies.
Maintain current OLCC and food handler requirements for self and ensure compliance for all applicable staff.
Enforce cash handling, POS protocols, and standard operating procedures for all outlets, maintaining audit-ready documentation as required.

Requirements

3 to 5 years of progressive restaurant management experience, preferably in a hotel or multi-outlet environment (restaurant, bar, and/or coffee shop).
Experience across high-end or upscale dining and casual concepts, with the ability to adapt service style to different outlet profiles.
Strong leadership and communication skills, with a proven record of building, training, and retaining effective teams.
Proficiency with restaurant POS systems, basic Excel or similar tools for reporting, and familiarity with inventory systems.
Current OLCC Alcohol Service Permit and Oregon Food Handler certification or ability to obtain prior to start.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak seasonal periods.

Physical and work environment

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, move between outlets, and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds (e.g., kegs, cases, small equipment).
Comfort working in a fast paced, guest-facing environment with fluctuating volume and seasonal tourism patterns typical of Hood River.

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Restaurant Manager

Lightwell Hotel + Spa Hood River, OR

Hood River, OR

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$55k - $65k/yr Full time Food and Beverage Guest Relations Hospitality

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Job Description

Restaurant Manager role at Lightwell Hotel + Spa in Hood River, OR, overseeing daily operations across multiple food and beverage outlets, guiding staff, and delivering guest-centric service and operational excellence; salary USD 55,000 - 65,000 per year.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations across multiple food and beverage outlets
Recruit, hire, train, coach, and develop a high-performing team
Create schedules to optimize service levels and labor efficiency
Drive revenue by delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence
Monitor food, beverage, and labor costs and implement waste-reduction measures
Maintain inventory controls and ordering procedures
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards
Respond to guest feedback promptly and resolve issues professionally
Collaborate with hotel and spa leadership to deliver seamless guest experiences across the property
Cross-train staff across outlets to increase flexibility and support operations
Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented culture

Requirements

2-5 years of restaurant management experience
Proven leadership with a passion for coaching and developing staff
Strong organizational and communication abilities
Thrives in a fast-paced, hospitality-driven environment
Knowledge of restaurant financials, inventory management, and cost control practices
Strong problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail
Current Oregon Food Handler Card and OLCC Service Permit, or ability to obtain them upon hire

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Why join Lightwell?

Competitive salary
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
PTO
Monthly parking stipend
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee discounts on VIP Hospitality Group properties hotel stays
Employee discounts on dining, retail, and café
Opportunities for growth and advancement within a growing hospitality company
Collaborate with a passionate team at a boutique hotel in the Columbia Gorge

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