Front of House Manager Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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

  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

McDonald's provides reasonable accommodations as determined on a case-by-case- basis for qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities upon request. If you need assistance accessing or...

Assistant Security Shift Manager

  • Fife, WA (4 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fife, WA (4 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

The Assistant Security Shift Manager oversees the daily operations of the security department, ensure the safety and security of our guests, employees, and assets while providing direction,...

Thai Restaurant Supervisor

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Sing Tong Thai Cuisine is one of the most reputable Thai restaurants in Renton, Washington. We serve authentic and contemporary Thai cuisine, which means our food must be top-notch. In order to...

Asst. Dining Room Manager- Smoke & Cedar

  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 days ago

Monitor food quality and food service procedures to ensure guest satisfaction. 14. Ensure compliance with internal and external guidelines, standards, and regulations. 15....

Customer Service Manager

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 21 days 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...

Route & Customer Service Manager - Tacoma, WA

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 23 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 23 days ago

Salary: $77,968.90 - $ 82,968.90 / year Other Forms of Compensation: Yearly Bonus Opportunity & Company Car Growth. Opportunity. Excellence. Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food,...

Restaurant Manager

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary Reporting to the Area Director, the Restaurant Manager is responsible for protecting and delivering the Del Taco Brand, to grow sales while maximizing the efficiency and profitability...

Shift Manager

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

operations....

Restaurant Manager

  • Covington, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Covington, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Restaurant Manager We offer: Hourly wage - 20$-25$....

Cafe Manager

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 90+ days ago

of house staff in preparing drinks and ready-to-eat foods to the consistently high standard required Establish & maintain a high standard for the Urban Cafe Team regarding punctuality, attendance and...

Shift Manager

  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Shift Manager

  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

You can gain experience in all aspects of restaurant operations from customer service to food preparation and cash handling....

Shift Manager

  • Spanaway, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Spanaway, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

We're glad you're here. You may know us as the brand with Roast Beef and Curly Fries - but we are also crafting incredible career opportunities. You're in the right place if you're here for:...

Demographic Data for Tacoma, WA

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Salary for Front of House Manager Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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Highest Education Level

Front of House Managers in Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA
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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