Front of House Manager

Edmonds Village Senior Living; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Holidays

401k

Training & Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Edmonds Village Senior Living is seeking a Front of the House Manager for our 55+ community restaurant and lounge. You will lead a hospitality-focused team, ensure smooth service from kitchen to residents, and deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The role covers breakfast through dinner, specials, events, and Happy Hour, with responsibilities in scheduling, training, and maintaining standards. We value reliable leaders who communicate well and keep residents at the center of every shift.

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality experience required.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to train and coach FOH staff.
• Excellent communication and guest relations.
• Experience with scheduling and staffing.
• Proficiency with POS systems and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all front-of-house operations across breakfast, lunch, Happy Hour, and dinner.
• Lead service in The Compass Rose and Portside Lounge, ensuring timely delivery.
• Manage seating, reservations, and dining room flow.
• Train, coach, and supervise FOH staff; conduct pre-shift meetings.
• Ensure sanitation, safety, and health code compliance.

Skills

Hospitality leadership

Scheduling experience

Customer service

Team supervision

English communication

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Front of the House Manager- Active 55+ Community Restaurant & Lounge

As Edmonds Village continues to grow, we are seeking a hospitality-focused leader who is detail-oriented, highly organized, an excellent problem solver, and experienced in scheduling, team leadership, and delivering exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate is reliable, professional, and passionate about creating an outstanding dining experience for residents and guests.

Who we are

"Our supreme goal is to do and be the best in all we undertake, and to provide a Stellar life for our residents, their families and our employees." - Evrett Benton, CEO

If you are looking for a company and team that understands the value of people, then look no further!

Stellar Senior Living is a premier senior living community provider in the Western United States. Founded in 2012 we have experienced consistent growth adding senior living communities to our family each year. We continue to grow and are looking for top talent to join our team and continue the journey with us.

Edmonds Village opened in September 2025 and is rapidly becoming the premier destination for active adults seeking exceptional dining, social engagement, and hospitality. Our residents enjoy restaurant-style dining at The Compass Rose and Portside Lounge, where service excellence is our daily standard. We all wear many hats to ensure our residents experience a lifestyle of convenience and excellence.

What we offer

Competitive wage $22.00-$26.00 Full-time schedule

• medical
• dental
• vision
• generous Paid Time Off program
• holidays
• 401k
• and more!!!
• A growing company with opportunities for advancement
• Company sponsored training, tuition reimbursement, and other learning opportunities

Job Description

Our restaurant servers are part of a team that is responsible for the flow of service from the kitchen to the residents The Compass Rose and Portside Lounge. The Front of House Manager oversees all front-of-house operations, including breakfast, lunch, Happy Hour, dinner service, and special events, while ensuring exceptional hospitality.

Responsibilities

Resident & Guest Experience

• Deliver exceptional hospitality to residents and guests.
• Greet residents by name and resolve concerns professionally.
• Ensure resident satisfaction throughout every meal period.

Dining Room Operations

• Oversee breakfast, lunch, Happy Hour, and dinner service.
• Coordinate service with the Culinary Director and kitchen team.
• Manage seating, reservations, and dining room flow.
• Ensure all FOH stations are stocked before each service.
• Ensure training and compliance for all front of house servers.

Happy Hour & Bar Service

• Oversee Happy Hour operations and beverage service.
• Ensure responsible service of beer, wine, and cocktails.
• Maintain beverage stations, glassware, garnishes, and bar supplies.
• Monitor resident satisfaction during Happy Hour.

Dinner Service

• Lead dinner service from opening through closing.
• Ensure timely food delivery and accurate order execution.
• Monitor dietary restrictions and resident preferences.
• Complete dining room reset and closing duties.

Leadership, Scheduling & Compliance

• Onboard and train front-of-house team members.
• Conduct performance coaching as needed.
• Monitor labor costs and staffing levels.
• Develop service standards and hold team members accountable for performance.
• Partner with the Executive Culinary Director to enhance resident satisfaction and dining programs.
• Analyze resident feedback and implement service improvements.
• Lead, coach, and supervise FOH staff.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and employee training.
• Coordinate and oversee front-of-house service for community events, holiday celebrations, marketing events, and private resident functions.
• Maintain sanitation, safety, and health department compliance.
• Monitor FOH inventory including coffee, alcohol, china, glassware, linens, and supplies.
• Support with front of house monthly shift schedules.
• Ensure all POS system requirements are met.
• Ensure all processes and systems are in place as we grow for front of the house.

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality experience required
• Basic computer proficiency
• Positive attitude and ability to work well under pressure and fast-paced work environment
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Communicate effectively in English
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

As part of Stellar Senior Living’s continued efforts to maintain a safe environment for all employees, residents, families, and visitors, Stellar strongly encourages its employees to receive an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccination, as well as any subsequent booster doses, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). To facilitate and further encourage COVID-19 vaccinations, Stellar periodically organizes onsite vaccination clinics at its various locations. Stellar employees are not required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment.