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Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.
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Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.
Environment
Food service managers work in restaurants, hotels, school cafeterias, and other establishments where food is prepared and served. They often work evenings, weekends, and holidays. The work can be hectic, and dealing with dissatisfied customers can be stressful.
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Top Expected Tasks
Food Service Managers
Keep records required by government agencies regarding sanitation or food subsidies.
Investigate and resolve complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations.
Maintain food and equipment inventories, and keep inventory records.
Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner.
Schedule and receive food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Coordinate assignments of cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation.
Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving, and building maintenance in lodging and dining facilities.
Count money and make bank deposits.
Monitor employee and patron activities to ensure liquor regulations are obeyed.
Monitor budgets and payroll records, and review financial transactions to ensure that expenditures are authorized and budgeted.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
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KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
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Administration and Management
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English Language
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Personnel and Human Resources
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Education and Training
SKILL
Service Orientation
SKILL
Active Listening
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Management of Personnel Resources
SKILL
Monitoring
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Speaking
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
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Oral Expression
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Problem Sensitivity
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Written Comprehension
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