Front of House Manager

MML Hospitality; Montecito (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Montecito is seeking a Front of House Manager. The role involves overseeing front-of-house operations, ensuring high service standards, and building a positive guest experience. Candidates should have at least two years of FOH management experience, a passion for hospitality, and effective communication skills. A Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management is preferred. The position is full-time with flexible hours, and an understanding of English is required. Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• At least two years of progressive FOH management experience in the restaurant industry.
• Experience in leading, training, and inspiring FOH teams.
• Proficiency in English required; fluency in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and oversight of front-of-house operations.
• Work with internal teams to ensure execution of service standards.
• Support continuous improvement efforts for guest experience.

Skills

Passion for Hospitality

Communication Skills

Leadership

Operational Effectiveness

Language Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or related field

Job description

Overview

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Base pay range: $70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr.

About MML Hospitality and Clark’s Oyster Bar

At McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality, we strive to create the world’s most memorable experiences, blending food, service, and design under the leadership of Larry McGuire, Tom Moorman, and Liz Lambert. Our refined hospitality is achieved through storytelling, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional dining and retail experiences. MML owns and operates all of its properties and only takes on projects that align with our vision and values.

Clark’s Montecito, our first California location, is a stylish all-day restaurant celebrating coastal American classics. This location highlights the seasonal bounty of the Pacific Ocean and offers lunch and dinner daily. We are seeking an FOH Manager to help lead service and uphold hospitality standards that define the Clark’s experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and oversight of front-of-house operations.
• Work with internal teams to ensure consistent execution of service standards.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and contribute to delivering a high-quality guest experience.

What You’ll Bring

• Passion for Hospitality: Genuine enthusiasm for creating memorable guest experiences and a dedication to exceptional service.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with team members, guests, and senior management.
• Leadership: Experience in leading, training, and inspiring FOH teams while fostering a positive work environment.
• Operational Effectiveness: Oversee day-to-day FOH operations with a focus on smooth workflow, service standards, and guest satisfaction.
• Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English required; fluency in Spanish preferred.

Experience

At least two years of progressive FOH management experience in the restaurant industry, with a preference for boutique or upscale dining establishments.

Education

A Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Schedule and Hours

• Full Time
• Flexibility to work all shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Essential Functions: Must meet the physical demands to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
• Communication: Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Manual Dexterity: Use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Mobility: Frequently stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lifting: Occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Vision: Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment: Noise level is usually moderate.

Background Check & EEO

MML Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis. We intend for all qualified applicants to be given equal opportunity and for selection decisions to be based on job-related factors.

If an offer is accepted for this position, you must undergo a comprehensive background check. This process may include verification of employment history, education credentials, criminal records, and other relevant information. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree to the background check process as a condition of employment.

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