Job Details

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

The Warrior Hotel - Sioux City, Iowa

Position Summary

The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager supports the General Manager in overseeing all food and beverage operations at Woodbury's, with a primary focus on restaurant service, private events, and banquet execution. This role is hands-on and operational, requiring a strong floor presence, attention to detail, and the ability to lead staff during high-touch guest experiences.

The ideal candidate is service-driven, highly organized, and comfortable managing both daily restaurant operations and special events, weddings, and banquets in a luxury or boutique hospitality environment.

Reporting Relationship

This position reports directly to the General Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Food & Beverage Operations

• Assist in managing day-to-day food and beverage service for restaurant, bar, and event operations
• Ensure exceptional guest service standards are consistently met
• Support scheduling, staffing, and daily shift coverage
• Monitor service quality, cleanliness, and adherence to brand and property standards
• Assist with opening and closing duties as needed

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of private events, banquets, weddings, and group functions
• Act as on-site management support during events to ensure smooth service flow
• Coordinate with culinary, service staff, and event contacts to execute event timelines
• Assist with event setup, breakdown, and staffing assignments
• Ensure all events meet guest expectations and property service standards

• Assist with training, coaching, and supervising food and beverage staff
• Lead by example on the floor and during events
• Enforce company policies, service standards, and safety procedures
• Provide feedback and support performance improvement efforts

• Assist with inventory control, ordering, and cost management
• Support cash handling, POS procedures, and end-of-shift reporting
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and alcohol service regulations
• Assist with documentation and reporting as required by management

• 2+ years of food and beverage leadership or supervisory experience
• Experience with events, banquets, or catering operations required
• Strong guest-service orientation with attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and team-leadership skills
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Knowledge of POS systems and basic inventory controls preferred

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 25-30 pounds as needed
• Availability to work event-driven schedules, including nights and weekends

• Competitive pay (commensurate with experience)
• Opportunities for growth within a luxury boutique hospitality environment
• Supportive leadership and team-focused culture
• Unique opportunity to work at one of Clayton's premier hospitality properties