Restaurant Manager
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Overview
Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Director
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$75,000-$80,000/year
Benefits
Paid Holidays
Career Development
Health & Wellness Programs
Job Description
We are looking for a Restaurant Manager to join our team!
The Restaurant Manager’s primary responsibility is to manage the flow of meal service and ensuring guest service excellence in accordance with Lawry’s standards. The Restaurant Manager is also responsible for supervision of Front of House Co-workers, effectively implementing policies, procedures and programs and utilizing leadership skills to manage co-workers in managing costs and labor management.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This position is required to work Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and all Holidays. This position will work primarily closing shifts.
Supervision Front of House co-workers including scheduling.
Handle coach and counsel of Front of House co-workers including progressive disciplinary action.
Comply with all of Lawry’s employment related policies and procedures and behavior consistent with the company's desire to maintain a workplace free of incidents of co-worker harassment, discrimination, drug or alcohol abuse.
Participate in the recruiting and interviewing process of applicants.
New hire onboarding and training of hourly co-workers.
Train and educate co-workers in menu/product knowledge and service standards.
Enforcement and adherence to health and safety policies and procedures.
Consistently and sufficiently meet Lawry's standards as an ambassador of the restaurant with our guests, including inspiring the “WOW Factor” level of service, providing and exuding quality, professionalism, positive guest relations, and first class entertainment and performance.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to the Front of House team.
Greet and accommodate individual and special needs of guests in a confident, well-spoken and succinct manner, while following Lawry's standard operating procedures for delivery of the finest dining and entertainment experience to our guests.
Manage the flow of guests during meal service.
Express and exchange ideas in spoken and written English in an average manner both with co workers and guests, including writing orders, requests, reservations, or instructions.
Demonstrate knowledge of Lawry's Restaurants, including family history, locations, service and meal hours, and frequent diner benefits.
Demonstrate effective teamwork and cooperation with co-workers, management, vendors and/or suppliers.
Adhere to Lawry’s grooming standards.
Complete all daily pre-and post-manager shift duties.
Cash control.
Follow proper protocol to ensure effective controls of departmental processes and food & labor costs
Perform inventory.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state and city laws surrounding the sale and consumption of alcohol
Demonstrate positive leadership abilities to motivate co-workers to meet and exceed standards
Ensure all equipment and restaurant facilities are maintained and seek assistance with repairs as necessary.
Perform other competencies and duties as assigned, such as properly clean and maintain assigned Dining Room, Bar and restaurant areas, or administrative projects.
Attend all mandatory co-worker meetings, training, informational and education sessions.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Shows confidence, energy, and enthusiasm with a professional, clean appearance, and a friendly, helpful, approachable demeanor.
Satisfactory physical and mental health to perform the requirements of the job, and to work with the public in compliance with applicable foodservice health and safety regulations.
Able to perform the essential functions of the assigned position with or without reasonable accommodation, and within company policy.
Able to stand and walk for up to eight (8) hours during a shift (with limited breaks); carry up to 30 lbs. and exert up to 50 lbs. of force without straining; and sustain repetitive motions of legs, feet, waist, back, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and fingers.
Advanced knowledge of wines, cocktails and spirits as well as proper handling and storage
Legal age to serve alcoholic beverages.
Capable of multi-tasking, leading and communicating with others, able to express and exchange ideas in spoken and written English in an above average manner.
Capable of establishing rapport in conversational English that is consistent with our fine dining atmosphere.This includes the ability to communicate at a sophisticated and mature conversational level, exhibit poise and comfort tableside with our guests and understand the nuances of conversational English.
Basic math proficiency.
Demonstrate competency in POS (Micros), reservation computer systems (OpenTable), scheduling software, Microsoft Office and any department-specific systems in use.
Demonstrate positive supervision and leadership abilities to motivate co-workers to meet and exceed standards.
Experience:
2-3 years of Restaurant Manager experience in an upscale/fine dining restaurant
Experience with the discerning guest
Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills including oral and written skills
Commitment to hospitality and service excellence
Supervisory experience
Effective management skills to motivate and develop co-workers
Possession of food certifications as required by local, state and federal law
Computer Skills: Competency in POS (Micros), reservation computer systems (OpenTable), scheduling software, Microsoft Office and any department-specific systems in use.
Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.Some college or culinary education beneficial.
Salary Range: $75,000-$80,000/annual
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FAQs About Restaurant Manager Jobs at Lawry's Careers
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This job at Lawry's Careers is located in Beverly Hills, California, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Lawry's Careers?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $75,000 and $80,000 per year.
What employment applies to this position at Lawry's Careers?
Lawry's Careers lists this position under the following employment categories:
- Alternate-schedule
- Full-time
What experience level is required for this role at Lawry's Careers?
Lawry's Careers is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Lawry's Careers for this role?
Lawry's Careers offers following benefits: Paid Holidays, Career Development, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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