Career Overview
F&B Managers oversee restaurants, bars, banquets, and room service in hotels — managing revenue, cost, staff, quality, and guest experience across all outlets.
What Does This Career Do?
Lead the F&B operations of hotels, resorts, and restaurants — one of the highest-paying hospitality careers in Sri Lanka.
Daily Responsibilities
Skills Required
Technical Skills
- F&B operations
- Cost & yield control
- Menu engineering
- Wine & beverage knowledge
- POS & PMS software
- Budgeting
Soft Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Customer focus
- Decision-making
- Problem solving
- Financial acumen
Education Pathway
- 1Diploma in F&B Management
- 2Degree in Hospitality Management
- 3MBA in Hospitality
Recommended Courses
Diploma in Hospitality Management
Certificate in Culinary Arts
NVQ Level 3 / 4 in Hospitality
BSc in Hospitality & Tourism Management
City & Guilds Certificate
Salary Summary
| Experience | Monthly Salary (LKR) |
|---|---|
| Assistant Manager | LKR 80,000–130,000 |
| F&B Manager | LKR 130,000–190,000 |
| Senior F&B Manager | LKR 180,000–240,000 |
| F&B Director | LKR 230,000–290,000+ |
The salary information on this page is intended as a general guide for students and job seekers in Sri Lanka. Actual salaries may vary depending on qualifications, experience, employer, industry, location, job responsibilities, company size, performance, market demand, and additional benefits. The figures shown are estimated monthly salary ranges and are provided for informational purposes only. They should not be considered guaranteed earnings.
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