Fine Dining Manager

Cherokee Town and Country Club; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Free meals while on duty

Free parking

Employee golf opportunities

Employee recognition opportunities

Employee appreciation events

Public transportation discount

Job summary

A prestigious dining establishment in Atlanta is looking for a full‑time Fine Dining Manager. This leadership role involves managing the Fine Dining Restaurant and Main Bar, ensuring top-tier service and operational excellence. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of progressive management experience, particularly in fine dining. The position offers a competitive salary of $80,000 - $85,000 annually, along with great benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive restaurant management experience.
• Proven experience in fine dining restaurant operations.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage operations and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Fine Dining Restaurant and Main Bar operations.
• Maintain elevated service standards and drive operational performance.
• Curate personalized and memorable dining experiences.

Skills

Restaurant Management

Beverage Program Management

Guest Relations

Cocktail Creation

Food and Beverage Operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management

Tools

ServSafe Certification

TIPS Certification

Job description

Cherokee Town & Country Club is looking to hire a full‑time Fine Dining Manager to manage our Fine Dining Restaurant at our Town Club in Buckhead. This position serves as the standard-bearer for excellent service within the Town Club, guiding daily operations with precision, sophistication, and an unwavering commitment to hospitality. This hospitality management position comes with a competitive salary of $80,000 - $85,000/year based on experience, and the following great benefits and perks:

• A 401(k) plan; matching up to 5%.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free meals while on duty.
• Free parking.
• Employee golf available on occasional Mondays.
• Employee recognition opportunities.
• Employee appreciation events.
• MARTA (public transportation) discount.

Your Life as a Dining Room Manager

The Dining Room Manager oversees both the Fine Dining Restaurant and Main Bar, with combined annual revenues exceeding $1.25 million. This includes full responsibility for maintaining elevated service standards, driving operational performance, and ensuring a seamless, high‑touch guest experience across all areas.

A strong emphasis is placed on the Main Bar, including the execution and evolution of a high-end cocktail program. This role requires a deep understanding of premium spirits, cocktail craftsmanship, and bar operations, ensuring the bar experience reflects the same level of refinement and consistency as the dining room.

Within the Fine Dining Restaurant, you will curate personalized and memorable dining experiences through an intuitive understanding of member preferences, special occasions, and thoughtful attention to detail. As a visible presence on the floor, you will engage members and guests with professionalism and warmth, fostering lasting relationships built on trust and exceptional service.

You will lead and inspire the service team to consistently execute Michelin and Forbes Five‑Star level service standards, demonstrating polished technique, poise, and exceptional attention to detail. This role demands a leader who sets the tone, holds the team accountable, and continuously elevates the overall dining experience.

Schedule

Daily start between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM. Scheduled days off are Sundays and Mondays, with the exception of recognized holidays, including Easter, December Holiday Brunches, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, Restaurant Management, Business, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive restaurant management experience
• Proven experience in fine dining restaurant operations
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and managing beverage programs, including wine inventory systems, craft cocktail creation, and specialty product procurement
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage operations, service standards, and guest relations
• ServSafe and TIPS certifications preferred