Hands-On Restaurant Manager — Lead Guest Experience

Delaware North; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 50,400 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Performance bonus and location/team/ov

Paid vacation days and holidays

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Friends-and-family discounts

Job summary

Panevino, operated by Delaware North’s Patina Group in Livingston, NJ, seeks a Restaurant Manager to partner with the General Manager to lead daily operations, deliver guest experiences, and foster a high-performing team culture. We want a hands-on leader who coaches and develops staff in real time.

The ideal candidate thrives on coaching, accountability, and teamwork; passionate about hospitality, people development, and service excellence; and eager to grow with Patina Group.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager, preferably in a high-volume establishment with a focus on guest service.
• Knowledge of food and beverage service standards, health regulations, and safety procedures.
• Financial acumen and proficient computer skills including Word, Outlook, Excel, and point of sale systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage all restaurant operations, ensuring smooth coordination across all areas of the restaurant.
• Train, motivate, and develop team members to maintain high performance and professionalism.
• Maintain positive guest relations and high standards of service, addressing concerns and complaints in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with administrative tasks including ordering, inventory, scheduling.
• Continuously monitor the point of sale system, checking for errors, price variations, and accuracy.
• Monitor and enforce health, safety, and sanitation standards in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Team development

Operations management

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Panevino, operated by Delaware North’s Patina Group in Livingston, NJ, seeks a Restaurant Manager to partner with the General Manager to lead daily operations, deliver guest experiences, and foster a high-performing team culture. We want a hands-on leader who coaches and develops staff in real time.

The ideal candidate thrives on coaching, accountability, and teamwork; passionate about hospitality, people development, and service excellence; and eager to grow with Patina Group.