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Located in the exclusive Nob Hill neighborhood and in the process of going through a complete reimagination, The Huntington provides guests with modern amenities and conveniences within a historic space. Guests can enjoy fine dining, a three level spa, beautiful rooms and suites as well as meeting and event spaces without ever leaving the property. The Huntington provides guests with the best location and amenities San Francisco has to offer.  

The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager is a central operational and administrative role supporting all F&B outlets at The Huntington Hotel, including The Big Four restaurant, Arabella’s bar, In-Room Dining, and Spa dining operations.

This role ensures seamless communication, organization, and execution across the department—supporting leadership in delivering a highly personalized, detail-driven guest experience rooted in New Nostalgia, understated luxury, and San Francisco culture.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and hospitality-driven, with a strong ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a polished and guest-centric approach.

• Administrative & Operational Coordination

  
  Act as the administrative backbone of the F&B department, supporting the Director of F&B and outlet leadership.

  • Coordinate daily operations across:
  • The Big Four (Dining Room + Private Dining Room)
  • Arabella’s Bar
  • In-Room Dining (IRD)
  • Spa dining program
  • Maintain and update:
  • Menus (all outlets, IRD, minibar, banquets)
  • POS systems (Toast/SevenRooms or equivalent)
  • Vendor and product databases
  • Assist with scheduling coordination, payroll inputs, and labor tracking.
  • Manage departmental calendars, meetings, and leadership communications.
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  Guest Experience & Service Support
  Support CRM systems (e.g., SevenRooms) ensuring:

  • Guest profiles are updated
  • VIP notes, preferences, and Dining Club data are accurate
  • Assist in executing personalized guest touches:
  • VIP arrivals
  • Dining Club experiences
  • Special occasions and amenities
  • Coordinate with F&B Guest Experience Manager, management, and marketing to ensure seamless guest journey execution from pre-arrival to post-departure.

   

  Menu & Beverage Program Coordination

  • Maintain accuracy of all menus in alignment with:
  • Seasonal updates
  • Brand standards
  • Coordinate with culinary and beverage teams on
  • Menu changes
  • Printing and formatting
  • POS updates

   

  Purchasing & Inventory Support
  Assist in ordering and tracking:

  • Non-alcoholic products and minibar items
  • Operating supplies (linen, tabletop, disposables)
  • Coordinate with vendors and distributors to ensure timely deliveries and product availability.
  • Maintain par levels and inventory tracking systems.
  • Support monthly inventory processes and reporting.

   

  Events, Private Dining & Programming

  • Coordinate logistics for:
  • Private Dining Room (PDR) events
  • Dining Club programming
  • Special activations (wine dinners, chef collaborations, etc.)
  • Liaise with Sales & Catering and F&B leadership to ensure:
  • Accurate BEO execution
  • Menu alignment
  • Guest personalization

   

  Financial & Reporting Support
  Assist in tracking:

  • Revenue performance
  • Cost of goods (COGS)
  • Labor metrics
  • Support invoice processing, coding, and reconciliation with Finance.
  • Maintain organized records for budgets, forecasts, and vendor contracts.
    
    

  Training & Standards

  • Support onboarding and training coordination for F&B team members.
  • Maintain training materials, SOPs, and operational documents.
  • Ensure compliance with:
  • Hotel standards
  • Health & safety regulations
  • Liquor laws and service standards

Required

• 1–3 years of experience in hospitality, food & beverage, or hotel operations
• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through

Preferred

• Experience in luxury or lifestyle hotel environments
• Familiarity with POS systems (Toast), CRM systems (SevenRooms), and inventory platforms (Wisk)
• Knowledge of food, wine, and beverage programs
• Experience supporting multi-outlet operations

Core Competencies

• Hospitality Mindset: Anticipates needs and supports a culture of elevated, personalized service
• Organization & Precision: Maintains structure across complex, multi-outlet operations
• Communication: Acts as a liaison across departments with clarity and professionalism
• Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic pre-opening and operational environment
• Discretion & Professionalism: Handles VIP and guest data with confidentiality

Work Environment & Expectations
Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Office-based with regular presence in operational areas
• Occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs) and movement across hotel outlets