We are seeking a passionate and experienced restaurant manager to lead the daily operations of our Italian restaurant. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Italian cuisine and culture, with proven experience managing front-of-house and back-of-house teams in a fast-paced, high-quality dining environment.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all front-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional customer service.
- Greet and engage customers with a warm and welcoming demeanor.
- Plan, promote, and host poker nights, karaoke nights, and trivia nights.
- Create an engaging atmosphere during events, interacting with guests and participants.
- Train and manage front-of-house staff (servers, bartenders, hosts).
- Assist in developing themed drink specials and promotions for event nights.
- Work with marketing to promote events on social media and within the community.
- Ensure smooth service coordination between the kitchen, bar, and entertainment areas.
- Monitor customer feedback and resolve any service-related issues.
- Manage inventory, especially for bar and event-related needs.
- Maintain compliance with health, safety, and liquor laws.
- Handling administrative tasks such as creating weekly schedules and managing employee timetables. Collaborating with team members to ensure seamless operations and exceptional customer experiences.
- Taking a hands-on approach to closing duties, including thorough cleaning and preparation for the next day.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of proven experience in restaurant/hospitality management with a passion for hosting events.
- Strong understanding of restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house dynamics.
- Comfortable hosting and engaging a crowd during poker, karaoke, and trivia nights.
- Background in cocktail creation and bar operations is a big plus.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Please don't apply if you don't have experience.
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
- Experience with POS systems, reservations, and event ticketing is a bonus.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends (especially for event nights).
To Apply: Please email your resume and a brief cover letter to gustorestaurant23@gmail.com.
Job Type: Contract.
Salary: 45,000 per year.
Benefits:
Salary: 45,000 per year.
Benefits:
- Discounted food.
- On-site parking.
- Competitive salary.
- Staff discounts on food.
- Opportunity to be a key part of a growing entertainment-driven restaurant.
- A fun, social, and dynamic work environment.
Schedule:
- Weekends are a must.
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips.