Front of House Manager Jobs in California

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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Remote Client Services Manager - West Coast

  • Chino, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chino, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Remote Client Services Manager - West Coast Anaheim, CA, USA Bend, OR, USA Chino, CA, USA Las Vegas, NV, USA Portland, OR, USA Virtual Req #1713 Thursday, March 13, 2025 Client Services Manager...

Restaurant Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 hours ago

operations - Ensuring incoming staff complies with company policy - Maintaining safety and food quality standards - Organizing schedules - Keeping track of employees hours - Reviewing and recording...

Customer Service Manager, Airport Customer Experience

  • Ontario, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Location: Ontario Intl Apt (ONT-TRML) Additional Locations: None Requisition ID: 77867 Job Description Intro Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time...

Customer Experience Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Job Summary As our Customer Experience (CX) Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of Abacus customer relationships to provide guidance on best practices and use of the Abacus...

Restaurant Manager Wanted at Akira in Aptos

  • Aptos, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Aptos, CA
  • 1 day ago

RESTAURANT MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION Established in 2012, AKIRA has been a successful sushi restaurant in Santa Cruz County....

Restaurant Manager

  • Tarzana, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tarzana, CA
  • 1 day ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, we bring the biggest and best parts of ourselves to work and to our communities, and are guided by our ROCKS philosophy (Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness...

Restaurant Floor Manager - Huckleberrys Breakfast & Lunch

  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 1 day ago

Front of House Manager Duties and Responsibilities A restaurant's front of house manager is responsible for overseeing an establishment's dining room and customer experience....

Restaurant Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview: As Chotto Matte's Restaurant Manager, you orchestrate exceptional dining experiences....

Restaurant Manager

  • Baldwin Park, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baldwin Park, CA
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant Managers Great employees deserve great benefits!...

Restaurant Manager - Franchise

  • Tustin, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tustin, CA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities include: Overseeing restaurant operations execution and management of staff Demonstrating a strong commitment to hospitality and guest satisfaction JOB DESCRIPTION Restaurant managers...

Restaurant Manager

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

Raising Cane's standards and culture in shift management responsibilities of restaurant operations....

Restaurant Supervisor Cmb

  • Coarsegold, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Coarsegold, CA
  • 1 day ago

Enforces performance standards, policies and procedures as they relate to Restaurant operations, monitors Food Server service on the dining floor....

Restaurant Manager Wanted Iconic Los Angeles Restaurant

  • Sherman Oaks, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sherman Oaks, CA
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a dedicated, hands-on manager with a strong background in overseeing front-of-house operations and customer service....

Restaurant Manager

  • San Bruno, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Bruno, CA
  • 2 days ago

Lucrative compensation package Growing company with 200+ restaurants and several new restaurant openings yearly across the country Career advancement and leadership conferences and development programs...

Fine Dining Restaurant Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Restaurant Managers are responsible for the overall operation of their unit....

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Salary for Front of House Manager Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Front of House Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Front of House Managers in California 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
11.3%
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 California
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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