Restaurant Manager - Castaway, Burbank, CA

Restaurant Manager - Castaway, Burbank, CA

Specialty Restaurants, a Castaway location recognized as one of Travel + Leisure's "Best Date Spots in America," offers a distinctive dining experience where guests and team members are treated like stars. Our seasonally inspired menu showcases premium cuts of meat sourced from top‑tier butchers, an exquisite raw bar, vegetable‑forward sides, and customizable charcuterie boards. Castaway has garnered numerous prestigious accolades, including being named one of the "Most Romantic Restaurants in LA" by Thrillist, LA Weekly, Gayot, Yelp, Open Table, and NBC.

At Castaway, our mission is to continuously innovate and deliver a five‑star experience to our team members, guests, and the community. SRC is committed to fostering internal growth, collaboration, and teamwork, while creating a positive and supportive work environment.

• Oversee all aspects of daily restaurant operations, including staffing, scheduling, inventory management, and financial performance.
• Lead by example, providing guidance and support to staff members to ensure they deliver outstanding service and uphold company service standards.
• Monitor the dining room and bar areas to ensure a smooth and efficient flow of service, addressing any issues or concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Train and develop staff members to enhance their skills and foster a culture of excellence and teamwork.
• Provides in‑the‑moment coaching and recognition to support crew development and uphold service excellence.
• Contributes to the development of sales‑driving initiatives, marketing strategies, and team incentive programs.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to maintain the quality and consistency of menu offerings, ensuring that food and beverage standards are met at all times.
• Manage inventory levels and control costs to maximize profitability while minimizing waste and shrinkage.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with guests, soliciting feedback and addressing any concerns to ensure a positive dining experience.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines to maintain a clean and safe environment for guests and staff members.
• Assist with special events, promotions, and marketing initiatives to drive revenue and increase brand awareness.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in restaurant management, in a high‑volume/fast‑paced, full‑service, upscale environment.
• Proven track‑record of delivering exceptional service and achieving financial targets.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team of employees.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of restaurant operations, including inventory management, cost control, and guest relations.
• Stong F&B knowledge and a passion for creating a 5‑star experience.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

• Industry‑leading compensation package
• Comprehensive Health Plans that include a variety of medical and dental plans, employer contribution HAS for yourself and dependents.
• Lifestyle Spending Account benefit, which supports you and your family in numerous ways such as through gym memberships, childcare, student loans & more!
• Variety of Supplemental Benefit Plans for life's unknowns
• 401k with annual employer match after 12 months employment
• Employer paid life Insurance throughout the length of employment
• Monthly Reward Dollars to use at various company locations.
• Accrued Paid Vacation
• Paid/Floating holidays for 5 major holidays
• Paid Sick Time renewed yearly
• Education Assistance Program (EdAP) for hospitality related education growth
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Management Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions

Compensation: $75,000 - $90,000 per year

Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug‑free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing a pre‑employment background check.