Floor Manager

Root Down; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with 4% safe harbor match

JOON wellness benefit

ESOP

Paid Sick leave

Employee discount

Family meal provided during shifts

Job summary

Root Down in Denver is seeking an experienced restaurant manager to lead daily operations in a fast-paced, chef-driven concept. The role emphasizes excellent guest service, staff leadership, and a commitment to sustainability.

The position requires flexible, open availability including nights and weekends, with strong communication and organizational skills to supervise a diverse team and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• The ability to multi-task and perform in a high-volume atmosphere.
• Broad range of restaurant management experience across styles with chef/culinary concepts.
• Knowledge and experience with wine, beer, and specialty cocktails.
• Experience hiring, training, and cultivating staff.
• Committed to sustainable waste practices and safety regulations.
• Open to learning and personal development.

Skills

Restaurant management experience

Wine, beer, cocktails knowledge

Events management

Elite customer service

Verbal & written communication

Staff hiring/training

Stamina & physical endurance

Collaborative & independent work

Compliance with codes/regulations

Online platform familiarity

Tools

Paylocity

ShiftNotes

Google Drive

R365

Job description

Description

An OG of the modern Denver dining scene, Root Down’s farm-centric menu features eclectic, globally-influenced seasonal cuisine, with a focus on organic and locally-sourced ingredients. Perfect for a bite in the neighborhood or a signature dining experience, our space is both cozy and sophisticated, with vintage touches and a large, 4-season patio with views of the Denver skyline.

Salary Range : $65,000 - $75,000 per year

Employee Benefits:

• We offer a competitive benefits package to support you both in and out of work:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (available for employees working 4+ shifts per week; eligible after 6 months)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with a 4% safe harbor match (eligible after 1 year)
• JOON wellness benefit
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) with share vesting based on tenure (see below)
• Paid Sick leave
• Employee discount
• Family meal provided during shifts

Requirements

• The ability to multi-task and perform in a high-volume atmosphere
• A broad range of restaurant management experience encompassing different styles of service and cuisine in chef driven, culinary driven food concepts
• Knowledge and experience with wine, beer, and specialty cocktails
• Experience with events management and oversight is a plus
• A professional, polished manner and elite customer service skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn, manage, and communicate extensive ingredient & product knowledge
• Experience hiring, training, and cultivating staff
• Committed to sustainable waste practices
• Mindset around learning and personal development
• Brings energy and a positive attitude
• Works well collaboratively and individually
• Strong commitment to all codes, regulations, and laws regarding alcohol service, health department, labor department, guest and staff safety, and all other miscellaneous liabilities related to the daily operations of the restaurant
• Background in some online management platforms such as, but not limited to, Paylocity, ShiftNotes, Google Drive, R365, etc.
• Physical stamina to stand & move throughout the duration of a shift
• Open availability including nights & weekends
• Must be able to lift over 20lbs multiple times per shift

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.