Front of House Manager

Experience Champaign Urbana; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Referral program

Employee discount

Paid training

Job summary

Houlihan’s Restaurant + Bar in Champaign is looking for a Front of House Manager with open availability to oversee operations, manage staff, and ensure exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years in food and beverage, 3 years in management, and possess strong communication skills. Responsibilities include supervising staff, ordering supplies, and ensuring compliance with health standards. A health benefits package, 401(k), paid vacation, and bonus structure are offered. Flexible schedule required.

Qualifications

• 5 years of food and beverage experience and at least 3 years of management experience.
• Strong work ethic and attention to details.
• Confident decision-maker with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistical aspects of front of house operations.
• Supervise front of house staff, including scheduling and training.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Food and beverage experience

Management experience

Communication skills

Team-building capabilities

Customer service

Organizational skills

POS knowledge

Time-management skills

Education

Certification in TIPS

Illinois State Health standards

Bartending License

Job description

Houlihan’s Restaurant + Bar is seeking a Front of House Manager with open availability, capable of opening and closing, with the following qualities and qualifications:

Responsibilities

• Manage logistical aspects of front of house operations
• Estimate and order/purchase foods, liquors, wines or other beverages, and supplies
• Supervise front of house staff, including developing weekly schedules, hiring and training staff, and coaching to Four‑Diamond standards
• Utilize leadership skills to motivate employees to ensure cost control and labor management
• Host, run Expo, serve, prep and cook meals when needed, to ensure customer service and satisfaction
• Inspect the establishment and observe workers and patrons, ensuring compliance with occupational, health and safety standards and liquor regulations
• Ensure paperwork accuracy, such as daily sales summary reports and payroll records
• Supervise and coordinate receptions with high‑profile guests
• Collaborate with the Marketing Manager to monitor and update signage and run marketing campaigns

Qualifications

• 5 years of food and beverage experience and at least 3 years of management experience
• Confident decision‑maker
• Excellent communication skills
• Motivator with superior team‑building capabilities
• High level of commitment to exceptional customer service
• Good organizational and time‑management skills
• Brings positive energy to the workplace and works well in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Strong work ethic and attention to details
• Flexible work schedule, available weekdays and weekends
• Knowledge of POS and MS Office programs, cash and credit‑card handling skills
• Knowledge of office paperwork including purchasing, ordering, scheduling and inventory
• Knowledge of food inventory and cost control
• Certification in TIPS, Illinois State Health standards, and Bartending License desired but not required
• Deep understanding of all operational aspects of a professional kitchen, casual dining room, and busy bar areas
• Willingness to work hands‑on with staff to ensure guests receive a positive, memorable, repeatable visit
• Proven trustworthiness to execute opening & closing procedures

For full‑time employees, a health benefits package, 401(k), paid vacation and bonus structure are offered.

Houlihan’s Restaurant + Bar is located at 1902 S. First Street in Champaign and is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks.

Work schedule

• 8 hour shift
• 10 hour shift
• Weekend availability
• Monday to Friday
• Holidays
• Day shift
• Night shift

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Referral program
• Employee discount
• Paid training