Manager, Restaurant​/Food Service

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Manager to lead our team in delivering exceptional food service experiences. This role is vital in overseeing daily restaurant operations, managing staff, ensuring top-quality food preparation, and maintaining outstanding customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive food industry knowledge, and a passion for hospitality excellence.

• Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, including food preparation, service quality, and customer engagement.
• Lead, train, and develop staff to ensure high standards of food safety, hospitality, and teamwork.
• Manage inventory control, ordering supplies, and maintaining optimal stock levels using POS systems such as Toast.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations related to food handling and sanitation standards.
• Supervise shift management, including scheduling staff, cash handling, and resolving customer concerns promptly.
• Monitor food production processes to uphold quality standards in both casual dining and fine dining settings.
• Implement training and development programs to enhance staff skills in culinary techniques, customer service, and food safety.

• Proven management experience within the food service industry, ideally in quick service or fast food restaurants with casual or fine dining experience.
• Extensive knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen management.
• Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS for order processing and sales tracking.
• Strong background in inventory control, budgeting, and food cost management.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in supervising teams, interviewing candidates, and staff training & development.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle diverse guest needs professionally.
• Experience in managing shift operations within a hospitality or restaurant environment.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations related to food handling and sanitation.
• Hospitality management background with experience in catering, banquet services or hotel settings is a plus.

This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your management career within the thriving food industry.

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Full-time

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