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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Security Shift Manager

  • Rancho Mirage, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Rancho Mirage, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Details Job Location : Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage - Rancho Mirage, CA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Management Description Ensures the security and...

Customer Service Manager

  • Fairfield, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fairfield, CA
  • 8 hours ago

New opportunity available for a Customer Service Manager. The Customer Service Manager position is one of hourly store management. Stores are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00AM to 8:00PM and we...

Front of House Manager

  • Brea, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Brea, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Position: Front of House Manager / Dining Room Manager Shifts, Time, and Days: Tuesday-Saturday, 11:30am-8:00pm Pay Range: $68,640-$71,000.00 annual Capriana is a premier senior living community situated...

Shift Manager

  • Modesto, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Flexible scheduling with a side of always feeling valued. This restaurant offers a job combo that will fit YOU. IF YOU DECIDE TO USE THIS OPTIONAL TEMPLATE FOR YOUR ORGANIZATION, YOU SHOULD ONLY...

Restaurant Shift Manager

  • CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • CA
  • 12 hours 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...

_Restaurant Manager

  • Torrance, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Role Overview Chili's Managers are wired for hospitality! We're in the people business. So, we know how to make someone feel special, and our most successful Managers are passionate about...

Restaurant Manager - Quarterly Bonus Available

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Role Overview Chili's Managers are wired for hospitality! We're in the people business. So, we know how to make someone feel special, and our most successful Managers are passionate about...

Night and Weekend Customer Service Manager

  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 1 day ago

Store - LA-MISSION VIEJO, CA Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain...

Front of House Manager

  • Healdsburg, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Healdsburg, CA
  • 1 day ago

Front of House Manager Spoonbar View Business Details MANAGEMENT FULL-TIME 65,000-73,000/YR HEALDSBURG SUMMARY The Restaurant Manager is responsible for the overall quality and profitability of the...

Restaurant Manager - Torrance, CA - Chilis

  • Torrance, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Chili's Managers are wired for hospitality! We're in the people business. So, we know how to make someone feel special, and our most successful Managers are passionate about...

Shift Manager

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 1 day ago

Ultimately, it is the duty of the SM to assist in running an efficient restaurant operation, rendering fast customer service in a friendly manner in a clean and sanitary atmosphere....

Customer Experience Manager Nights and Weekends

  • Auburn, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Auburn, CA
  • 1 day ago

Store - AUBURN, CA Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain store...

Part Time Customer Experience Manager

  • Encinitas, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Encinitas, CA
  • 1 day ago

Store - S.DG-ENCINITAS, CA Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain store...

Customer Service Manager

  • Hayward, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hayward, CA
  • 1 day ago

About the Role Pay Range: $60,000 to $80,000 Currently, the position involves providing technical and sales assistance to SEW-EURODRIVE customers, potential customers, and associates. To manage...

Client Services Manager (Bilingual - Spanish/English)

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 2 days ago

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, PLEASE SEND YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME DIRECTLY TO .... About the Role Kara is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Client Services Manager to act as a crucial...

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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.

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Highest Education Level

Front of House Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.9%
High School or GED
25.8%
Associate's Degree
17.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.2%
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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