Front of House Manager Jobs in Santa Monica, CA

A Front of House Manager in the hospitality industry is responsible for overseeing all operations that involve direct customer service. They manage the reception, reservations, guest services, and coordinate with the back of house to ensure a seamless and positive guest experience. Their tasks may include staff management, training, scheduling, handling customer complaints and feedback, ensuring cleanliness and upkeep of public areas, managing inventory, and overseeing financial transactions. They are also responsible for ensuring the adherence to all hotel policies and procedures.

Key skills for a Front of House Manager include communication, conflict resolution, leadership, and customer service. A thorough understanding of the hospitality industry is also essential. They should also be proficient in various hotel management software. While there are no specific certifications required, a diploma or degree in hotel management or a similar field can be beneficial. Prior job roles that prepare someone for this position could include positions such as Front Desk Agent, Guest Services Representative, or Assistant Front of House Manager. These roles provide valuable experience in customer service, staff management, and hotel operations.

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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ, Sherman Oaks NOW HIRING Restaurant Manager!

  • Sherman Oaks, CA (11 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sherman Oaks, CA (11 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Ideal Qualifications: Minimum 1 year of working in hospitality industry / management experience preferred A profound knowledge of restaurant operations (preferably for both Front of the House and Back...

Front of House Restaurant Manager

  • North Hills, CA (15 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Hills, CA (15 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 2 days ago

of House Restaurant Management experience in a full-service and high volume restaurant Valid Food Handlers / ServSafe Certification Proven organizational skills and the ability to implement systems...

Restaurant Shift Manager

  • Torrance, CA (16 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (16 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Our secret to leading the way in hospitality? We put our people first! At Shake Shack, our mission is to Stand For Something Good in all that we do. From our teams to our neighborhoods, we're...

Restaurant Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Restaurant Managers: Demonstrate a passion for the business Serve as a strong role model who motivate and inspire employees Demonstrate a strong awareness and concern for food quality and safety Are...

Front Office Coordinator

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Type: W2 Contract (3 Months) - Potential for Full-Time Conversion Location: Woodland Hills, CA Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pay Rate: $20 - $22 / hour (DOE) Position Overview:...

Shift Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Position Title: Shift Manager Franchise Organization: Sagris Enterprises Management Reports To: Restaurant Manager Overview Shift Leaders are generally responsible for coaching Dunkin' Restaurant Team...

Restaurant Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Position Title: Restaurant Manager Franchise Organization: Sagris Enterprises Management Reports To: Multi-Unit Manager/Director of Operations Overview A Restaurant Manager is generally responsible...

Restaurant Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Supervises daily restaurant operations and assists with menu planning, maintains sanitation standards and assists servers and hosts on the floor during peak meal periods....

Restaurant Shift Supervisor

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary The FOH Shift Supervisor plays a key support role in leading Front of House operations during scheduled shifts....

Restaurant Manager

  • Burbank, CA (16 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (16 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago

management experience Extensive front of house knowledge; Advanced knowledge of financial aspects Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills Stable and progressive work history; Strong work...

Shift Manager

  • Simi Valley, CA (24 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Simi Valley, CA (24 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 4 days ago

operations....

Restaurant Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Denny's is America's Diner, and our employees love feeding people! Not just the perfect breakfast or burger, but feeding the lives of our customers by giving them a place to share great...

Restaurant Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 5 days ago

operations....

Front Office Coordinator/Admin

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Front Office/Admin. Growth opportunities available within the company. Compensation: We offer attractive, competitive compensation and benefits including medical, paid vacation and personal days....

Restaurant Executive Chef - Regent Santa Monica Beach

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 8 days ago

You will be responsible for mentoring and developing kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation, and achieving key financial targets....

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Salary for Front of House Manager Jobs in Santa Monica, CA

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Highest Education Level

Front of House Managers in Santa Monica, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.9%
High School or GED
25.9%
Associate's Degree
17.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.2%
Master's Degree
7.1%
Some College
3.2%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Front of House Managers in Santa Monica, CA
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%



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