Front of House Manager Jobs in Kentucky

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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Shift Manager - Urgently Hiring

  • Taco Bell - Everly Brothers
  • Central City, KY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Central City, KY
  • 3 hours ago

The company and/or restaurant management may change or add to these job duties and responsibilities at any time with or without prior notice....

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Restaurant Manager

  • Donatos
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 hour 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

  • Donatos
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 hour 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

  • Buffalo Wild Wings
  • Richmond, KY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Richmond, KY
  • 1 hour ago

This is the place to start the next phase of your restaurant management career....

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Restaurant Manager

  • LongHorn Steakhouse
  • Ashland, KY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Ashland, KY
  • 15 hours 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 - Quarterly Bonus Available

  • Chili's
  • Florence, KY
  • 21 hours ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 21 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...

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Shift Manager

  • McDonald's
  • Beverly, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Beverly, KY
  • 1 day ago

This is a great way to learn the trade of the Assistant Manager and Restaurant Manager positions. After all, your the one who is keeping the restaurant functioning smoothly day in and day out....

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Shift Manager

  • Sonic Drive-In
  • Middlesboro, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Middlesboro, KY
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: This position performs, leads, and supervises basic operational duties to provide quality products and service to guests. Essential Job Duties: Perform, lead, and supervise...

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Kitchen Shift Manager

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Southgate, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Southgate, KY
  • 1 day ago

Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations during a shift, including food quality, cleanliness, safety, and service efficiency. Manage inventory levels to minimize waste and maximize quality....

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Front of House Manager (5-11pm)

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Union, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Union, KY
  • 1 day ago

Chick-fil-A - Front of House Manager Opportunity! Operations Managers are one of the most important roles in the business....

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Shift Manager - PM

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 1 day ago

Shift Manager at Chick-fil-A Are you a highly skilled and motivated individual looking for a dynamic role in the food and beverage industry? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused...

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Restaurant Manager

  • Bob Evans
  • Paducah, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 1 day ago

& local marketing programs Champion sales building activities and suggestive selling Maximize table turnover, sales per guest, and sales per hour Meet and greet guests, investigating and resolving food...

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Restaurant Manager

  • Shake Shack Enterprises, LLC
  • Lexington, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 2 days ago

Management experience in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant setting Working knowledge of restaurant operations, including personnel management, food planning and preparation, purchasing, sanitation...

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Restaurant Shift Manager

  • Shake Shack Enterprises, LLC
  • Lexington, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 2 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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Restaurant Shift Manager

  • Shake Shack
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 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 Kentucky

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Salary for Front of House Manager Jobs in Kentucky

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 Kentucky 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 Front of House Managers in Kentucky
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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