Floating restaurant Manager

MAX HOSPITALITY LLC; Clay Arsenal (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Shift Meal & Monthly Dining Allowance

Employer Paid Disability

Flexible Scheduling

Growth Opportunities

401(k) with matching up to 4%

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Time

Referral Program

Life, Accident, Critical Illness, &Pet

Job summary

MAX HOSPITALITY LLC seeks a floating Restaurant Manager to cover vacations, peak times, and events across our locations. This full-time, salaried role features a 50-hour work week, with five days on and two off, and a focus on guest-first service and team leadership.

You will supervise daily operations, enforce safety standards, manage scheduling and staffing, and collaborate with the GM on performance and growth. Toast POS and OpenTable experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of management in a high-volume restaurant environment.
• Experience in upscale-casual or fine dining preferred.
• Familiar with Toast POS and OpenTable.
• Strong guest service, staff development and operational leadership.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth daily operations and uphold standards.
• Lead scheduling, hiring, coaching and performance management.
• Oversee cash handling, deposits, and opening/closing procedures.
• Coordinate with GM on events and peak periods.
• Engage guests with professional, friendly service.
• Develop menu knowledge and VIP guest relationships.
• Ensure safety and compliance with food safety standards.

Skills

Management

Guest service

Staff development

Operational excellence

Tools

Toast POS

OpenTable

Job description

FLOATING RESTAURANT MANAGERJoin the Max Hospitality Team!Max Hospitality is seeking an experienced and driven full-time Floating Restaurant Manager with open availability to join our leadership team. If you’re passionate about exceptional food, guest-first service, and leading a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!Max Hospitality is committed to providing an exceptional dining experience by offering high-quality food, creative menus, and attentive service. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about hospitality and eager to contribute to the success of our growing restaurant group.Max Hospitality is seeking a floating manager to cover vacations, sick time, leave of absences and assist during peak times as well as some events where extra management is needed. You may also assist locations when they have holes on their schedules. The ideal candidate is composed, personable, and attentive to the details that elevate a guest’s experience. This is a full-time, salaried role with a 50-hour work week, scheduled as five days on and two days off.Benefits:Competitive PayShift Meal & Monthly Dining Allowance for all locations100% Employer Paid DisabilityFlexible SchedulingOpportunities for Growth and Advancement401(k) with matching up to 4%Health, Dental, and Vision InsurancePaid Time Off & Paid Sick TimeReferral ProgramLife, Accident, Critical Illness, & Pet InsuranceCareer Development within the Max Hospitality GroupResponsibilities:Ensure smooth daily operations and uphold company standardsMaintain food and beverage safety protocols and quality standardsInteract with guests in a friendly, efficient, and professional mannerAddress guest concerns and resolve issues promptly with grace and professionalismManage daily cash handling, deposits, and opening/closing proceduresLead weekly manager meetings and daily pre-meal meetingsOversee third-party delivery systems and ensure accurate to-go ordersCollaborate with the GM/Managing Partner on staffing, scheduling, and performance managementInterview, hire, train, coach, and discipline staff as neededTrack sales, monitor costs, and contribute to driving overall business successBuild strong team morale and contribute to a positive work environmentDevelop knowledge of the menu, allergens, repeat guests, and VIPsBecome ServSafe and TIPS certified within 90 days of hireWhat We’re Looking ForExperience:Minimum 2 years of management experience in a high-volume restaurant environment is REQUIREDExperience with upscale-casual or fine dining is strongly preferredFamiliarity with Toast POS and OpenTable preferredStrong background in guest service, staff development, and operational excellenceSkills and Qualities:Creative, team-oriented, and passionate about hospitalityStrong verbal and written communication skillsHigh energy, organized, and detail-drivenAbility to work well under pressure and manage competing prioritiesProfessional demeanor with a hands-on leadership styleWine and whiskey knowledge is a plusDiversity Creates a Healthy Atmosphere:Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Applicants with criminal backgrounds are encouraged to apply.