The St. James Hotel is an iconic, boutique hotel providing modern conveniences, yet steeped in rich history and Victorian charm. The Hotel offers luxurious amenities and culinary delights delivered by remarkable hospitality professionals.
The targeted hiring range for this position is $18.65 - $24.28 per hour depending on qualifications; however, the expanded salary range provides opportunities for advancement. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and job location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, competencies, experience, and relevant education, training or a combination of these things and market demand. More information about the specific salary range and benefits for your location will be discussed during the hiring process.
Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) match, employee discounts, and valuable well-being benefits like free EAP services, financial planning assistance, and well-being coaching all designed to support your health and financial security.
Are you passionate about hospitality and ready to lead with energy, empathy, and excellence? We're seeking an Front of House Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to help drive top-tier guest experiences, operational efficiency, and team success in a dynamic food and beverage setting.
Job Summary
In this key leadership role, you'll support the Food & Beverage Manager in overseeing the daily front-of-house operations while contributing to strategic initiatives that enhance guest satisfaction and team performance.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Food & Beverage Manager to execute strategic goals including:
• Seasonal menu development • FOH scheduling and labor planning • POS system updates and optimizations • Staff recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training • Lead and support servers, bartenders, and support staff to deliver exceptional service • Set the tone through direct coaching, performance evaluations, and daily leadership • Uphold and help implement policies, processes, and cleanliness standards • Act as the acting manager in the absence of the F&B Manager • Address and resolve guest service concerns with professionalism and care • Participate in and lead operational improvement projects • Champion a respectful, inclusive, and high-performing team culture
Requirements
Associates degree or equivalent, plus 6 months to 1 year of leadership experience in a quality restaurant or banquet setting
Skills and Qualifications
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and tech-savvy with internet-based systems • Clear, professional communication skills (written and verbal) • Ability to think critically and remain calm under pressure • Strong leadership instincts with a focus on building trust and team cohesion • Comfortable interpreting and executing verbal and written instructions • Attention to detail, a guest-first mindset, and a drive for continuous improvement • Cultural awareness and the ability to connect with diverse teams and guests
Preferred Qualifications
• Prior supervisory experience in a fast-paced, high-quality hospitality venue • Serve Safe or Food Manager Certificate (or willingness to obtain) • Passion for service, team development, and creating memorable guest experiences
The St. James Hotel is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Contact Information
Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contact rwsc.recruitment@redwingshoes.com or call 651-388-8211.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP at https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check and drug screen. Red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. is a drug-free workplace. Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)