FOH Manager Jobs in Newport News, VA

The Front of House (FOH) Manager in the hospitality industry oversees all operations of the front-end services of a hotel, restaurant, or event center. Their responsibilities often include training and managing staff, maintaining high quality service, ensuring customer satisfaction, handling customer complaints, and coordinating with the Back of House (BOH) team. A FOH manager is also responsible for inventory management, maintaining health and safety standards, and ensuring financial targets are met. Their role is crucial in creating a welcoming and efficient environment for guests.

To excel as a FOH manager, an individual must possess strong leadership and communication skills, have excellent organizational abilities, and be customer-oriented. They should also have a solid understanding of the hospitality industry and be able to use various software used in the industry. A certification in hospitality management can be beneficial but is not always required. Prior experience in the hospitality industry is usually necessary, with roles such as a front desk agent, restaurant supervisor, or assistant manager often being stepping stones towards becoming a FOH Manager.

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Restaurant Shift Supervisor

  • MOD Super Fast Pizza, LLC
  • Hampton, VA (3 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hampton, VA (3 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 1 day ago

operations -Must be at least 18 years old At our table, everyone has a place....

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Restaurant Manager

  • LongHorn Steakhouse
  • Williamsburg, VA (19 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA (19 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Our Restaurant Managers lead and inspire the service and culinary teams to deliver the ultimate steakhouse experience every guest, every time....

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Restaurant Manager

  • Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc.
  • Newport News, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 6 days ago

WHAT YOU'LL NEED 2+ years of successful restaurant management experience Ability and willingness to work 50 hours a week (five 10-hour shifts) Ability and willingness to work holidays and weekends as...

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Shift Manager VA Starting at $16

  • McDonald's
  • Smithfield, VA (10 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Smithfield, VA (10 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Now Hiring experienced shift managers $16-$18 per hour. Requirements: Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. A Shift Manager...

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Restaurant Manager - Milk & Honey

  • Thompson Hospitality Corporation
  • Hampton, VA (3 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (3 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 8 days ago

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Restaurant Manager to join our team and play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences....

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Shift Manager

  • Donatos
  • Newport News, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 12 days ago

The Shift Manager is responsible for Quality and Services systems in the restaurant. Shift Managers coach and train Donatos Associates to produce the highest quality food and to provide friendly...

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Shift Manager - 0544

  • Five Guys
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 13 days ago

quality and food safety very seriously but do not take ourselves too seriously....

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Cafe Supervisor (Filling more than one position)

  • Christopher Newport University
  • Newport News, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 13 days ago

Working Title Cafe Supervisor (Filling more than one position) Role Title Retail Specialist I Position Number H-1 FLSA Non Exempt Appointment Type Part Time Type of Posting General Public Is...

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Restaurant Shift Supervisor

  • MOD PIZZA
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 13 days ago

operations Must be at least 18 years old At our table, everyone has a place....

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Shift Manager Trainee

  • McDonalds
  • Yorktown, VA (13 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Yorktown, VA (13 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Description: J. Smith McDonald's customers are demanding friendly attentive Managers that lead diverse and energetic teams that consistently deliver stellar service. We are seeking to identify and...

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Certified Shift Manager

  • McDonalds
  • Yorktown, VA (13 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Yorktown, VA (13 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Description: J. Smith Enterprises McDonald's is seeking professional, self-led, and experienced Certified Shift Managers that are willing to own the responsibility that accompanies ensuring our...

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Shift Manager

  • McDonalds
  • Portsmouth, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 14 days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonalds USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonalds logos and food products,...

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Shift Manager, Player Services-Ex

  • Churchill Downs Incorporated
  • Hampton, VA (3 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (3 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Colonial Downs Group (CDG) is owned and operated by Churchill Downs Incorporated and consists of several different brands across Virginia: Colonial Downs Racetrack, Rosie's Gaming Emporium,...

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Shift Manager

  • Taco Bell
  • Gloucester Point, VA (14 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Gloucester Point, VA (14 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 18 days ago

Management team Following cash, security, inventory and labor policies and procedures Job Requirements and Essential Functions High School Diploma or GED A minimum age of 18 years is required Must...

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Restaurant Shift Manager

  • Shake Shack Enterprises, LLC
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 19 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...

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Demographic Data for Newport News, VA

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Salary for FOH Manager Jobs in Newport News, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

FOH Managers in Newport News, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.3%
High School or GED
25.2%
Associate's Degree
17.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.2%
Master's Degree
7.3%
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 FOH Managers in Newport News, VA
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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