Top 1646 Food service manager Jobs in Independence, Mo

Beverage Manager
Rye Leawood —Leawood, KS
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Sales
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant General Manager
Dewey's Pizza —Overland Park, KS
- $57,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Sales
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Senior Assistant Deli Manager - Cosentino's Price Chopper
Cosentino's Price Chopper —Lee's Summit, MO
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Computer literacy
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Restaurant Manager
LongHorn Steakhouse —Independence, MO
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Guest services
- Restaurant
- Dental insurance
- Flextime
2d
Shift Manager - Metcalf
Andy's Frozen Custard —Overland Park, KS
- From $17 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Casual dining restaurant
- Sales
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Assistant Manager
Andy's Frozen Custard —Olathe, KS
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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10d
Assistant General Manager
Paris Baguette South Overland Park —Overland Park, KS
- $42,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Assistant Bakery Manager - Cosentino's Price Chopper
Cosentino's Price Chopper —Lees Summit, MO
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Kitchen Manager — New Restaurant Opening
Fast Fine Restaurants LLC —Kansas City, MO
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Extended hours
- ServSafe
- Continuous improvement
- Recruiting
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Assistant Manager--Burger King--Blue Springs, Mo.
Burger King —Blue Springs, MO
- $42,000 - $45,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- In person
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Restaurant management
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Restaurant Manager - High Volume Fast Casual
Joe's KC Bar-B-Que —Olathe, KS
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- ServSafe
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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21h
Restaurant Manager
Applebee's —Excelsior Springs, MO
- $50,000 - $56,000 a year
- Full-time
- Casual dining restaurant
- Mid-level
- 21 years or older
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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10d
Assistant Manager
Andy's Frozen Custard —Shawnee, KS
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Manager - Morning and Closing
Crumbl —Overland Park, KS
- $16 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- No background check
- Mid-level
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Chef Manager - Kansas City Convention Center
Aramark —Kansas City, MO
- Customer service
- No high school diploma
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Restaurant General Manager
American Dining Creations —Kansas City, MO
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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8d
Panera Bread Assistant Manager - Plaza - 4004024
Panera Bread —Kansas City, MO
- 8 hour shift
- Fast casual restaurant
- Sanitation
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Paid training
10d
Assistant General Manager
Louie's Wine Dive —Leawood, KS
- $52,000 - $58,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Restaurant management
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Taco Bell General Manager
Taco Bell —Olathe, KS
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- English
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
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Assistant General Manager and Assistant Manager in Overland Park
Culver's —Overland Park, KS
- $17 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- No education required
- Mid-level
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Beverage Manager

Rye Leawood -
Leawood, KS

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Job Details

Full-time
$55,000 - $65,000 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Employee discount

Qualifications

Food & beverage industry purchasing experience
Vendor relationship building
Teamwork
Wine knowledge
Sales
Budget control
Job-specific skills training (staff training program)
In-person customer service
Bar supply ordering
Team development
Hiring
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Hospitality industry experience
Materials management in food and beverage
Financial performance measurement
Beverage budget management
Menu costing
Staff development

Full Job Description

Beverage Manager

Rye KC is a neighborhood restaurant rooted in Midwestern hospitality, offering refined comfort food, seasonal ingredients, and a warm, polished guest experience. With locations in Kansas City and Leawood, Rye celebrates the flavors, traditions, and generosity of the Midwest through thoughtful service, from-scratch cooking, and a welcoming dining room.

Scope & General Purpose: The Beverage Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, execution, and financial performance of the restaurant’s beverage program. This role oversees all aspects of bar operations, including beverage quality, inventory and cost controls, menu development, staff training, compliance, and guest experience. The Beverage Manager is an active member of the restaurant’s management team and is expected to maintain a strong presence on the floor and behind the bar during service. This position works closely with the General Manager, Chef, and other members of the leadership team to ensure the beverage program supports the restaurant’s overall operational and financial goals.

Schedule: Full-Time

Management Structure: General Manager & Managing Partners

Core Responsibilities

·Own the overall performance, organization, and execution of the restaurant’s beverage program.
Serve as the primary leader and subject-matter expert for beverage operations across the restaurant.
Drive beverage sales, profitability, consistency, and guest engagement.
Maintain accountability for beverage-related systems, standards, and financial controls.
Build a knowledgeable, confident, and service-focused bar team through ongoing leadership and development.
Partner with restaurant leadership to ensure the beverage program supports the broader goals of the business.
Identify opportunities to improve beverage offerings, operational efficiency, and the overall guest experience.
Maintain a visible leadership presence and contribute to the successful operation of the restaurant as a whole.

Beverage Program

Oversee the restaurant’s cocktail, beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverage programs.
Maintain a thoughtful, relevant, and financially successful beverage selection that complements the restaurant’s food and concept.
Develop and update cocktail and beverage menus in partnership with restaurant leadership.
Maintain recipes, specifications, presentation standards, and proper beverage costing.
Stay informed on beverage trends, new products, and opportunities to improve the guest experience.
Build and maintain productive relationships with distributors, vendors, and beverage partners.
Participate in tastings and make purchasing recommendations based on quality, pricing, menu needs, and profitability.

Bar Operations

Oversee the daily organization, cleanliness, stocking, and readiness of all bar areas.
Establish and maintain bar opening, closing, prep, and side-work standards.
Ensure bartenders are properly preparing garnishes, juices, syrups, batches, and other beverage components.
Ensure proper rotation, storage, labeling, and handling of all beverage products.
Maintain appropriate pars for liquor, wine, beer, mixers, glassware, and bar supplies.
Identify equipment, repair, and maintenance needs and communicate them promptly.

Inventory & Financial Management

Manage beverage inventory and ensure accurate and timely inventory counts.
Monitor liquor, beer, wine, and overall beverage costs and identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve profitability.
Review purchasing, invoices, transfers, credits, and inventory variances.
Minimize over-pouring, waste, breakage, unauthorized consumption, and product loss.
Review sales mix, product performance, and beverage profitability.
Ensure all beverage menu items are properly costed and priced, partnering with the General Manager and leadership team to meet beverage sales and cost-of-goods goals.

Training & Team Development

Lead beverage education and ongoing training for bartenders, servers, support staff, and managers.
Ensure employees can confidently discuss cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic offerings with guests.
Train bartenders on recipes, proper pours, preparation techniques, responsible alcohol service, and service standards.
Provide coaching and real-time feedback during service.
Participate in bartender hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, and development.

Service & Guest Experience

Maintain an active management presence during service, particularly during high-volume periods.
Support bartenders and the service team as needed to ensure efficient and attentive guest service.
Engage with guests and assist with beverage recommendations and service recovery when necessary.
Serve as a leader throughout the restaurant and support overall restaurant operations beyond the bar when needed.

Compliance & Safety

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local alcohol laws and regulations.
Ensure employees follow responsible alcohol service practices and restaurant policies regarding identification and intoxicated guests.
Maintain required alcohol service certifications and ensure applicable staff certifications remain current.
Ensure safe handling, storage, and security of alcohol and beverage products.
Maintain sanitation and food-safety standards throughout all bar and beverage preparation areas.

Management Responsibilities

Participate in manager meetings and daily pre-shift meetings.
Assist with opening and closing the restaurant.
Serve as the Manager on Duty when scheduled.
Support FOH operations and provide leadership to the entire restaurant team during service.
Address employee and guest concerns professionally and promptly.
Communicate operational concerns and follow through on established priorities.
Model the restaurant’s standards for professionalism, hospitality, accountability, and teamwork.

Requirements:

· 2+ years of restaurant bar or beverage management experience preferred.

· Strong working knowledge of spirits, cocktails, beer, and wine.

· Experience managing beverage inventory, purchasing, and cost controls.

· Demonstrated ability to train and develop bartenders and service staff.

· Strong organizational and administrative skills.

· Ability to analyze beverage costs, sales, inventory, and product performance.

· Strong commitment to hospitality and guest service.

· Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other hours required by restaurant operations.

· Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.

· Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and perform other physical tasks associated with restaurant and bar operations.

· Physically able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs

The above job description is not intended to be all-inclusive may be amended at any time by management. The Beverage Manager may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the business.

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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