Service Manager Jobs

A Service Manager in the hospitality industry is responsible for overseeing all aspects of customer service, ensuring that the organization provides the highest levels of hospitality and service to its customers. They coordinate all activities pertaining to guest services, including reservation, reception, room service, and customer complaints. Their key role involves designing and implementing procedures, training staff, addressing customer queries, and ensuring customer satisfaction. They also monitor day-to-day operations and report on the effectiveness of strategies and initiatives.

Important skills for a Service Manager include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, leadership, problem-solving abilities, multitasking, and a keen eye for detail. They should also have a deep understanding of customer service techniques and principles and a customer-oriented mindset. A solid understanding of management principles, familiarity with industry's latest trends, and knowledge of quality assurance principles are crucial. There are no specific certifications required for this role, but a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or a related field is usually preferred. Prior experience in a managerial or supervisory role in the hospitality industry is often required. They may have held roles such as Front Desk Supervisor, Guest Service Manager, or Assistant Hotel Manager before stepping into a Service Manager role.

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Black Briar Management

Concierge Manager - RIVANI Class X

WHAT YOU BRING 5+ years of progressive experience in 5-star luxury hospitality - five-star hotel management, private membership clubs, ultra-luxury residential, or a closely related environment with...

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We are hiring General Managers for several Subway locations in Washington County Arkansas. Requires a minimum of 44 hours a week. Applicants must have valid driver's license, reliable...

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Dining Services Director

  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • Wayne, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Wayne, PA
  • 2 hours ago

Qualifications: Associates degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework preferred....

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Tartine Is Hiring A Restaurant Service Managers in SF and Mill Valley!

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Actively engage with guests and always maintain a floor presence Support the front-of-house staff in the day-to-day operation of the store Filling in wherever necessary to get the job done Perform service...

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Convention Service Manager

  • Spire Hospitality
  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 hours ago

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Nashville Downtown We're in downtown Nashville, a five-minute walk from the row of honky-tonks and bars on Broadway. Famous attractions like Ryman Auditorium,...

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Restaurant Service Manager

  • Red Robin
  • Lakewood, CO
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lakewood, CO
  • 11 hours ago

Restaurant Service ManagerCompensation Range: 57,785.00 - 61,000.00 The Restaurant Service Manager is responsible for ensuring seamless day-to-day operations throughout their shifts, with an unwavering...

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Dining Services Coordinator

  • Brookdale Senior Living
  • Apopka, FL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Apopka, FL
  • 11 hours ago

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your...

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Dining Services Director

  • Compass Group
  • Florham Park, NJ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Florham Park, NJ
  • 13 hours ago

Salary: $98000 - $100000 / year What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day....

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Hilton San Francisco Financial District - Convention Services Manager OEM

  • Aimbridge Hospitality
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Join our team as a Convention Services Manager! Are you ready to be the heartbeat of unforgettable events?...

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Part Time Franchise Supervisor - Dining Services #705079045

  • Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc.
  • Pomona, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Pomona, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises Employment Services ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the Manager or Assistant Manager, the Supervisor is responsible for leading a...

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Restaurant Service Managers and Kitchen Managers

  • ResourceOne
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 19 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 19 hours ago

Louis, MO-IL Metropolitan Statistical Area $76k - $161k Per Year Restaurant Service Managers and Kitchen Managers ResourceOne Occupation: Management Occupations Location: Saint Louis, MO - 63141 Job...

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Catering Services Manager

  • Convene
  • New York, NY
  • 23 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 23 hours ago

Event Services Manager | The Mallory, NYC Reporting to the General Manager, the Catering Event Services Manager oversees day-to-day venue operations, leading our hourly service team members to ensure...

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Dining Services Director

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 23 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 23 hours ago

Unidine Position Title: Dining Services Director - Jersey City, NJ Salary: $78,000 - $80,000 Other Forms of Compensation: 5% Bonus Eligible Think Fresh! Lead with Excellence! An industry leading...

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Dining Services Director - K12 Food Service - Rolla, MO

  • Compass Group
  • Rolla, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Rolla, MO
  • 1 day ago

Salary: $70000 - $75000 Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Bonus Potential up to 15% Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by...

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Interim- Dining Services Director

  • Frontline Management
  • Lafayette, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, CO
  • 1 day ago

Were Certified as a GREAT PLACE TO WORK! At Waneka Park, we believe in creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to make a difference every day. Join our team and...

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Salary for Service Manager Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Service Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.0%
Associate's Degree
16.2%
High School or GED
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Master's Degree
10.7%
Some College
3.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Service Managers
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%



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