Food & Beverage Manager – Restaurant, Bar & Events

Kala Bahia | Colomb Bay, South Goa
Full-time | ₹40,000–₹45,000 per month, depending on experience

About us

Kala Bahia is a beachfront restaurant, bar and cultural events venue between Palolem and Patnem. We host daily dining, weddings, private celebrations, cinema evenings and music nights.

We’re looking for a hands-on F&B; Manager who enjoys being on the floor, leads by example and takes pride in creating a welcoming experience for guests. You will take responsibility for daily operations, helping our team deliver consistently high standards across restaurant and event service.

Your responsibilities

Daily operations and service

- Lead restaurant and bar service, ensuring the venue is ready before opening and properly closed afterwards.
- Maintain standards of cleanliness, tidiness, hygiene and presentation throughout the venue.
- Coordinate with the head chef and bar manager on menu availability, service timings and guest requirements.
- Anticipate problems, resolve day-to-day issues and follow tasks through to completion.
- Ensure opening, closing and cleaning checklists are completed properly.

Team leadership

- Organise rotas, allocate duties and plan staffing around restaurant bookings and events.
- Hold short service briefings so everyone understands their responsibilities.
- Train and coach staff in menu knowledge, communication, service and attention to detail.
- Set clear expectations, address performance issues fairly and encourage teamwork.
- Support recruitment and the induction of new team members.

Guest experience





- Build a friendly, professional relationship with guests.
- Handle feedback and complaints promptly and thoughtfully.
- Ensure dietary requirements and special requests are communicated accurately.
- Maintain attentive service during both quiet periods and busy nights.

Weddings and events

- Translate agreed event plans into clear service arrangements and team duties.
- Coordinate setup, table layouts, staffing and food and beverage timings.
- Brief the team on guest numbers, dietary needs and the event schedule.
- Lead service on the day and oversee clearing and resetting afterwards.

Operational controls and reporting

- Work with the bar manager, kitchen team and finance manager to support stock checks and reduce wastage.
- Ensure orders, billing, discounts and cash-handling procedures are followed correctly.
- Monitor the care and condition of equipment and report maintenance needs.
- Give the owner a brief daily update on service, staffing, guest feedback and outstanding tasks.
- Follow up on agreed actions and suggest practical improvements.

You will report directly to the owner and work closely with our Finance & Office Manager, Head Chef, Kitchen Consultant and Bar Manager.

What we’re looking for





- Previous experience as a restaurant manager, assistant F&B; manager or senior supervisor ready to take the next step.
- At least two years of experience supervising or managing a hospitality team.
- Strong spoken and written English.
- Excellent communication, organisation and attention to detail.
- Confidence leading busy service and handling guest concerns.
- A practical understanding of billing systems, stock procedures and service standards.
- A reliable, proactive approach: someone who notices what needs doing and follows through.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends and event days.

Preferred

- Previous experience working in Goa and familiarity with its hospitality culture.
- Experience in weddings, banquets, private functions or music and club events.
- A hospitality or hotel management qualification.

What we offer

- A monthly salary of ₹40,000–₹45,000, depending on experience.
- A varied role in an independent beachfront venue.
- The chance to work closely with the owner and make a visible contribution to the business.
- An established kitchen, bar and office team to work alongside.

To apply

Please submit your CV through Indeed, including your current location, earliest joining date and a short introduction describing your experience leading restaurant teams and event service.

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Food provided
- Paid time off

Experience:

- Hospitality: 4 years (Required)

Language:

- English (Required)

Work Location: In person

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