Restaurant Manager - West Loop & River North, Nightlife Focused

Job Description

Job Description

DineAmic Hospitality is seeking Restaurant Managers who will be responsible for day-to-day operations of all (FOH) front of house team members at one of our venues. Restaurant Managers will assist the General Manager in driving sales, managing costs, and delivering an exceptional guest experience. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of management experience in a full-service, high-volume restaurant, preferably nightlife focused, generate creative ideas to drive sales and repeat business, and has the capability to recruit, train, and develop high-performing team members.

General Functions + Responsibilities

• Meet restaurant operational standards by implementing productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; recommending system improvements.
• Support restaurant goals in all areas of operations to achieve the desired volume growth and optimum profit; Drive sales and repeat business by building rapport and establishing relationships with guests; Control costs by monitoring expenditures, identifying variances, and minimizing waste.
• Organize, run and supervise smooth and efficient daily shifts (including opening and closing shifts), ensuring an exceptional guest and employee experience; Maintain guest service by helping wait staff with table preparation and food delivery.
• Maintain ambiance by controlling lighting, background music, linen service, glassware, dinnerware, and utensil quality and placement; monitoring food presentation and service.
• Accomplish restaurant human resource objectives by selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; Clearly communicate job expectations and developmental feedback; Adhere to and enforce policies and procedures; Ensure that all paperwork and documentation is completed accurately and on a timely basis.
• Monitor, address and document individual hourly employee performance through on-going feedback, positive recognition, formal performance reviews, coaching and, when necessary, disciplinary action up to and including
  employment termination.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Monitor and ensure the restaurant and the team’s compliance with all Company and restaurant policies and procedures as well as all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties assigned as needed

Experience + Education Requirements

• At least 3 years of full-service management experience in a high-volume restaurant
• Proven track record of delivering results in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership capability to build strong teams and achieve business goals
• Ability to plan and set goals and communicate direction to others.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Valid Allergen, Sanitation and ServSafe Certifications required

Physical Demands + Work Environment

This position requires the ability to stand and move for extended periods, lift and carry up to 25 lbs, and navigate a fast-paced, high-energy environment. The work setting includes bright lights, loud noises, and crowded spaces, especially during peak hours and weekends. Candidates should be comfortable working in a dynamic, physically demanding atmosphere and able to adapt to varying noise levels and lighting conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Perks + Benefits

• BCBS Medical
• BCBS Dental
• EyeMed Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company-paid Short-term Disability Insurance
• Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Commuter Benefits
• 401K + Match
• Monthly Food & Beverage Allowance and Discount

DineAmic Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.