Job Description
Job Description
Le Specialità brings the timeless spirit of Milanese dining to Miami. Our restaurant - part of the celebrated legacy founded in Milan in 1977 - offers handcrafted pastas, thin-crust pizzas, seasonal coastal-Italian dishes, and an elevated wine and cocktail program. The space is a 100-seat "radical retro-chic" experience, mixing vintage design, contemporary art, and warm hospitality in the heart of the Miami Design District.
We are committed to preserving authenticity, seasonality, and exceptional service - and are now looking for a dynamic Food & Beverage Manager to lead our front-of-house team and help build a next-level guest experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all daily front-of-house operations (dining room, bar, reservations, events) to ensure smooth, efficient, and high-quality guest service.
- Manage and mentor FOH staff: hiring, training, scheduling, performance reviews - fostering a team environment rooted in hospitality and professionalism.
- Collaborate with kitchen and bar leadership to ensure timely, coordinated service from order to plate/glass.
- Maintain high standards of food, beverage, and service quality - upholding Le Specialità's standards for presentation, consistency, and hospitality.
- Oversee inventory control and ordering for the beverage program (wine, cocktails, liquor, bar supplies); monitor costs, portion control, and supplier relationships.
- Work with management to coordinate reservations, private events, and large tables - optimizing seating capacity, flow, and guest satisfaction.
- Enforce compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
- Promote the restaurant's brand identity, culture, and guest experience standards - ensuring every guest feels welcomed, valued, and immersed in the Le Specialità experience.
- Assist in developing and executing promotional events, seasonal menu rollouts, and beverage menu updates (wine/cocktails), in line with the restaurant's concept.
Qualifications & Skills (must‐haves)
- Strong leadership and team-management skills; ability to mentor, motivate, and develop a high-performing service team.
- Deep knowledge of food and beverage service, including wine and cocktail programs; wine-list management experience is a plus.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to deliver outstanding guest experiences under pressure.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and capacity to manage multiple tasks (staff scheduling, inventory, events, service flow).
- Commitment to high standards of quality, presentation, and hospitality.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and peak hours typical of fine-dining service.
- (Preferred) Prior experience working in restaurants with Italian cuisine or wine-forward beverage programs.
What We Offer / Why You Should Apply
- Join a prestigious, internationally respected brand with deep roots in Milanese culinary tradition and a fresh, vibrant presence in Miami.
- Work in a beautifully designed, art-forward environment - combining high-end dining with creative, stylish ambiance.
- Opportunity to shape and grow the FOH team, influence service standards, and contribute to the ongoing success and identity of Le Specialità Miami.
- Potential for professional development, growth, and advancement within the restaurant and hospitality group.
- Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience), plus potential perks (tips/service, possible employee meals, staff benefits - to be defined).
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you believe you'd be a great fit for Le Specialità.
We look forward to welcoming a passionate, dedicated Food & Beverage Manager to our team - ready to bring the best of Milanese hospitality to Miami.