Food & Beverage Manager Career Guide
Jamaica 2024
Oversees all restaurant, bar and catering operations at Jamaica’s hotels, resorts and hospitality venues.
Role Overview
The Food & Beverage (F&B) Manager is responsible for the financial performance, quality and service standards across all dining and drinking outlets at a hospitality property. In a large all-inclusive resort, this may mean managing multiple à la carte restaurants, buffet operations, bars and room service simultaneously. In a boutique hotel or standalone restaurant, the scope is more focused but the operational control is just as critical.
Salary Range (Jamaica 2024)
| Setting | Annual Salary (J$) |
|---|---|
| Boutique hotel / restaurant group | J$2M–J$3.5M |
| Mid-scale resort | J$3M–J$5M |
| Large all-inclusive resort | J$4.5M–J$6M+ |
Key Responsibilities
- Managing restaurant, bar and room service operations
- Setting and monitoring food and beverage cost targets
- Hiring, training and scheduling F&B staff
- Designing menus and seasonal promotions in collaboration with the chef
- Maintaining health, hygiene and licensing compliance
- Reviewing guest feedback and driving improvements
Qualifications & Path
A degree in Hospitality Management or Food Service Management is typical. WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) qualifications add significant value for beverage-heavy roles. Most F&B Managers have worked up from Restaurant Supervisor or Bar Manager level, typically with 5–10 years of experience.
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