Assistant Manager - Hard Rock Cafe

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Rockford is seeking an experienced Front of House Supervisor to oversee daily restaurant operations and staff during assigned shifts. You will mentor team members to deliver outstanding guest service while ensuring safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include opening/closing the outlet, managing schedules and attendance, monitoring budgets and labor, addressing guest concerns, and coordinating with other food and beverage outlets as

Qualifications

• Experience supervising front-of-house restaurant operations.
• Strong guest service and mentoring skills.
• Ability to manage scheduling, time and attendance, and appraisals.
• Budget awareness and labor control.
• Ability to resolve guest concerns and maintain satisfaction.
• Compliance with health, safety and gaming regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise front-of-house restaurant operations and staff on shift.
• Open/close outlet; prepare for operation and maintain cleanliness.
• Maintain scheduling, time and attendance records, and staff appraisals.
• Monitor budget and labor to ensure efficient operation.
• Monitor guest service and ratings; address guest concerns.
• Inspect outlet daily for safety and sanitation; ensure supplies.
• Attend meetings and complete follow-up as assigned.
• Work flexible shifts; attend seminars when needed.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.

Skills

Guest relations

Staff supervision

Shift management

Budget monitoring

Guest service

Sanitation standards

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Four years dining experience

Two years supervisory experience (F&B)

Bachelor's degree in Restaurant Management or related field

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our full list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: The incumbent in this position is responsible for supervising all front-of-the-house restaurant operations and employees in specified food outlet during an assigned shift and assisting in supervision of all other food & beverage outlets as needed.

Essential Functions

• Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Rockford their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members to provide superior guest service.
• Opens and closes shift or work area at scheduled times; ensuring outlet is fully prepared for operation, as well as ensuring cleanliness and security of company assets.
• Maintains administrative functions, such as scheduling, time and attendance records, and appraisals to ensure appropriate staffing levels and that team members are performing duties according to established service standards.
• Assists in monitoring department budget to ensure efficient use of labor and other resources to achieve effective operation of the department.
• Monitors guest service and satisfaction by interviewing guests and by observing food ratings to make recommendations for improvement to maintain high service standards and a positive dining experience for guests.
• Resolves guest concerns or complaints to maintain positive guest relations.
• Inspect food outlet daily to ensure a safe work environment, that equipment is operating properly and that sufficient supplies are on hand to achieve smooth operation of the department.
• Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow‑up as assigned.
• Perform work regularly and predictably.
• Attend seminars when needed.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing work and public spaces.
• Other duties as assigned.

Non‑Essential Job Functions

• Attend seminars when needed.

Education and /or Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• Four (4) years’ dining experience, Minimum of two years’ Food and Beverage supervisory experience; or a Bachelor's degree in Restaurant Management or related field.

Additional Requirements

• Must obtain and maintain valid licenses / certifications per Federal, State and Illinois Gaming Board regulations.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Must be at least twenty‑one (21) years of age.
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends, as well as flexible shifts and/or unusual hours.
• Prior experience in the Gaming industry strongly preferred.

Knowledge Of

• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Management of a high-volume restaurant, bar, or similar business.
• Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service.
• Applicable computer systems.
• Various positions within the restaurant, e.g., host/hostess, dining room attendant, waitperson, etc.
• Food, food products, food preparation, etc.
• Service, service etiquette, and standard service practices for full‑service restaurants.
• Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service.
• Wines and alcoholic beverages.

Ability To

• Present an image of excitement, enthusiasm, and outgoing personality, while being able to project a professional appearance.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
• Deliver programs which create a service level of excellence for internal and external guests.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of team members and outside contacts.
• Review and comprehend all necessary documentation.
• Act professionally with a constantly changing internal and external environment.
• Monitor and control cash flow and security of assets.
• Link scheduling to customer flow.
• Observe and direct actions of subordinates monitor all activity within the dining room and to inspect and maintain areas for which are responsible.
• Maintain bar operations.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job. The Team Member understands that employment with the Company is at‑will and that no express and/or implied contract of employment exists unless it is in writing and signed by your Department Head. The Team Member further understands that conditions may require the Company to modify this Job Description and that the Company reserves the right to exercise its discretion to make such changes.

Hard Rock Casino Rockford is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

Any job posting or information about careers at Hard Rock Casino Rockford is from 815 Entertainment dba Hard Rock Casino Rockford and you will work for 815 Entertainment as your prospective employer. This means your application is submitted to and reviewed solely by this location, who will make any hiring decisions. If hired, 815 Entertainment dba Hard Rock Casino Rockford will be your employer and is alone responsible for any employment related matters.

Pay Range: $50,000 - $67,500/