Fine Dining Restaurant Manager — Lead Guest Experience

McCormick & Schmick's; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training program

Career development and growth

Employee dining discounts

Health benefit plans

Dental, vision, life, disability, FSA,

401(k)

Paid sick leave

Paid time off

Monthly discretionary bonus

Job summary

McCormick & Schmick's in Des Plaines, IL seeks a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations, lead staff, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. The role emphasizes maintaining high service standards, quality food, and strong operational performance.

The position requires 2+ years in upscale dining management, staff development, and deep front-of-house knowledge, including cost control and compliance with health and liquor regulations. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years of upscale / fine dining restaurant management experience.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Stable and progressive work history; strong work ethic.
• Extensive front of house knowledge; advanced knowledge of financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Ensures excellence in guest satisfaction through a hands-on, lead-by-example management style.
• Motivates employees to ensure cost control and labor management.
• Inspects establishment and observes staff and guests to ensure health, safety, and liquor regulation compliance.
• Ensures paperwork accuracy such as daily sales summaries, petty cash reimbursements, and payroll records.

Skills

Staff leadership

Guest satisfaction

Cost control

Labor management

Regulatory compliance

Job description

McCormick & Schmick's in Des Plaines, IL seeks a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations, lead staff, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. The role emphasizes maintaining high service standards, quality food, and strong operational performance.

The position requires 2+ years in upscale dining management, staff development, and deep front-of-house knowledge, including cost control and compliance with health and liquor regulations. Competitive pay and benefits offered.