Cafe Manager

Onni Group of Companies; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & Comprehensive Benefit Package

Health Saving Account

Flexible Saving Account

Employee Assistance Program

Fun & collaborative company culture

Annual Education Allowance

Job summary

Onni Group of Companies is seeking a Café Manager for Dialtone Café and Wine Bar in Chicago, IL. This hands-on position requires managing daily operations, mentoring staff, and ensuring an excellent guest experience. The ideal candidate will have restaurant experience and a background in hospitality management or a related field. The role offers a competitive salary between $65,000 and $75,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package, fostering a collaborative company culture.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a restaurant setting.
• Knowledge of safety initiatives in compliance with OSHA guidelines.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that staff report to work as scheduled.
• Administer mid yearly/yearly reviews.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings with staff.
• Monitor guest complaints and promote positive guest relations.
• Maintain knowledge of liquor regulations.

Skills

Restaurant experience

Knowledge of OSHA guidelines

Education

Education in hospitality management, culinary arts, or business administration

Job description

Job Description

Solette Chicago is looking for a hands‑on, hospitality‑driven Café Manager to helm daily operations at Dialtone Café and Wine Bar. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, lead by example, and know how to balance warm guest experiences with sharp business acumen — this role was made for you. You'll set the tone for service, mentor a dedicated team, and work alongside leadership to keep one of Chicago's most vibrant food and beverage destinations running at its best.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive pay & a Comprehensive Benefit Package.
• Other benefits include Health Saving Account, Flexible Saving Account, Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Referral Program
• Fun & collaborative company culture with lots of team building events
• Friends and Family rates for Level Hotels & Furnished Suites, The Opus Hotel, and The Emily Hotel
• Annual Education Allowance

What Will You Do?

• Ensure that staff report to work as scheduled.
• Responsible for picking up weekly food orders from vendors.
• Administer mid yearly/yearly reviews.
• Inspect grooming and attire of staff and rectify any deficiencies.
• Review daily sales and resolve discrepancies with Accounting.
• Participate in the preparation of weekly schedules in accordance with staffing guidelines and labor forecasts and adjust schedules throughout the week to meet the business demands.
• Assign work and side duties to staff in accordance with departmental procedures. Communicate additions or changes to the assignments as they arise throughout the shift.
• Conduct pre‑shift meetings with staff and review all information pertinent to the day’s business.
• Monitor the preparation of station assignments, ensuring compliance to departmental standards.
• Inspect, plan and ensure that all materials and equipment are in complete readiness for service.
• Inspect all aspects of the restaurant environment ensuring compliance with standards of cleanliness and order. Rectify all deficiencies.
• Ensure all employees are fully trained in their job functions, assist with onboarding of new staff.
• Review par levels of supplies and equipment. Complete requisitions to replenish.
• Ensure that specified amounts of menus and wine lists are available and in good condition for each meal period.
• Anticipate guests needs and promote positive guest relations through name recognition at all times.
• Monitor and handle all guest complaints.
• Ensure that all staff closing duties are complete before staff sign out.
• Update POS system with menu changes.
• Complete work orders for maintenance repairs and submit to Engineering or approved outside vendors. Contact engineering for urgent repairs.
• Do monthly inventories of food, retail, liquor and wine.
• Prepare and submit daily payroll tips and review hours worked for bi‑weekly payroll.
• Maintain complete knowledge of and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons and drunk driving.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be comfortable with driving a panel van or similar.

What You'll Bring

• Experience working in a restaurant setting
• Knowledge of safety initiatives in compliance with OSHA guidelines
• Education in hospitality management, culinary arts, business administration or similar required
• If applicable, must meet required minimum age to serve alcohol

Salary Range

$65,000-$75,000