Front of House Manager Jobs in Lafayette, LA

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

  • Sonic Drive-In
  • Broussard, LA (8 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Broussard, LA (8 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 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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Shift Manager (Auntie Annes Acadiana - Lafayette, LA)

  • FRESH DINING CONCEPTS LLC
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 4 days ago

Shift Manager (Auntie Anne's Acadiana - Lafayette, LA) Lafayette, LA 70503 Apply Apply Description Fresh Dining Concepts is the leading Franchisee of Goto Foods - the Franchisor for Auntie Anne's,...

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Shift Manager

  • McDonalds
  • Broussard, LA (8 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Broussard, LA (8 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 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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Restaurant Manager

  • Bloomin' Brands, Inc.
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 30+ days ago

management experience Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule Minimum age 21 years Preferred Requirements: One (1) year previous experience in full service (including bar) restaurant management...

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Restaurant Manager - Opelousas, LA

  • Church's Chicken
  • Opelousas, LA (21 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Opelousas, LA (21 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

Communicates and follows-up with guests to obtain feedback and identify service and food quality improvement opportunities. Assists and resolves all guest complaints in-person or by phone....

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Shift Manager (Multiple Shifts) - RT0381

  • Racetrac Petroleum, Inc.
  • Scott, LA (7 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Scott, LA (7 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

At RaceTrac, our Shift Managers set the tone for success - leading by example, empowering team members, and making every guest feel welcome. If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a...

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Shift Manager (Multiple Shifts) - RT0653

  • Racetrac Petroleum, Inc.
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 45+ days ago

At RaceTrac, our Shift Managers set the tone for success - leading by example, empowering team members, and making every guest feel welcome. If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a...

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Shift Manager (Multiple Shifts) - RT2492

  • Racetrac Petroleum, Inc.
  • Broussard, LA (8 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Broussard, LA (8 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

At RaceTrac, our Shift Managers set the tone for success - leading by example, empowering team members, and making every guest feel welcome. If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a...

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Shift Manager (Multiple Shifts) - RT0146

  • Racetrac Petroleum, Inc.
  • Opelousas, LA (21 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Opelousas, LA (21 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

At RaceTrac, our Shift Managers set the tone for success - leading by example, empowering team members, and making every guest feel welcome. If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a...

In Person

Shift Manager (Multiple Shifts) - RT2466

  • Racetrac Petroleum, Inc.
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 45+ days ago

At RaceTrac, our Shift Managers set the tone for success - leading by example, empowering team members, and making every guest feel welcome. If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a...

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Restaurant Manager

  • Golden Corral
  • Lafayette, LA (6 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (6 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 90+ days ago

As a Manager, you will help lead overall restaurant operations. Kitchen Managers focus on food production, safety, quality, and BackoftheHouse execution....

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Restaurant Manager

  • LongHorn Steakhouse
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 90+ 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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Demographic Data for Lafayette, LA

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Salary for Front of House Manager Jobs in Lafayette, LA

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Highest Education Level

Front of House Managers in Lafayette, LA 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 Lafayette, LA
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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