Food & Beverage Manager

Be a part of something special in the heart of downtown Round Rock.

The Ruby Hotel, Round Rock’s first downtown boutique hotel and craft cocktail bar, is seeking an experienced and passionate Food & Beverage Manager to lead its distinctive bar and small-plates dining program. Known for its elevated guest experience and locally inspired offerings, The Ruby is looking for a dynamic professional with a proven track record in casual dining, craft cocktails, and wine program management.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with a minimum of 3 years of management experience in food and beverage operations, particularly within boutique hospitality or upscale casual dining environments.

Position Overview:

The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for the overall execution and success of the hotel's food and beverage operations. This includes managing day-to-day service, maintaining high-quality guest experiences, overseeing staff performance, and driving financial outcomes. You will play a key role in maintaining The Ruby’s reputation for exceptional service and creative culinary offerings.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership

• Oversee all F&B operations, ensuring a seamless guest experience across bar and food service.

• Maintain high standards for food and beverage presentation and service.

• Ensure adherence to all company standards, health codes, and safety regulations.

• Lead by example through active presence on the floor and interaction with guests and staff.

Staff Management

• Hire, train, supervise, and mentor front-of-house and back-of-house F&B staff.

• Manage daily shift operations and maintain appropriate staffing levels to meet service and financial goals.

• Develop schedules via Paylocity with at least 10 days of visibility for staff.

• Approve or deny time-off requests with business needs in mind.

• Conduct regular staff training, coaching, and performance reviews.

• Enforce disciplinary procedures when necessary.

Financial Oversight

• Responsible for P&L management with a focus on labor control and cost of goods sold.

• Monitor and track weekly expenditures, labor costs, and inventory levels.

• Manage biweekly payroll approvals and maintain accurate tip distribution records.

• Complete monthly inventory using the hotel inventory sheet and submit reports by the 2nd of each month.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Maintain a proactive “inspect what you expect” approach.

• Conduct regular spot-checks, random audits, and service quality assessments.

• Implement and oversee detailed opening, closing, and deep-cleaning checklists using the Whistle App.

• Audit cleanliness and organization of all F&B areas weekly.

Menu Development & Execution

• Collaborate with AlexaMGMT  to develop seasonal, locally inspired menus aligned with current industry trends.

• Ensure consistency and quality in food and drink preparation, following company-approved standards.

Event Management

• Act as the lead for on-site event execution, ensuring all elements run smoothly.

• Attend weekly BEO meetings and staff events accordingly.

• Assist in the booking process, manage vendor relationships, and oversee event setup.

• Maintain communication with event clients throughout execution to ensure satisfaction.

Guest Engagement & Service Recovery

• Monitor guest feedback and address concerns promptly and professionally.

• Communicate guest reviews to staff and use feedback for continuous improvement.

• Respond to service-related inquiries in coordination with the customer service department.

Other Duties

• Perform hourly operational roles as needed during high-volume periods.

• Support the Director of Operations and executive leadership with additional projects or duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years experience in food and beverage management.

• Strong background in craft cocktails, wine, events and casual dining service.

• Experience with inventory control, labor scheduling, and cost management.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and customer service skills.

• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• TABC and Food Handler’s certification (or willingness to obtain).

Why Join The Ruby Hotel?

• Be a part of a growing, locally beloved boutique hospitality brand.

• Collaborate with a supportive management team.

• Showcase your creativity in a high-impact role.

• Enjoy a unique work environment in a beautifully designed space.