Hotel Restaurant Manager: Lead Dining, Bar & Banquets

Hotel Equities; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Equities is seeking a hands-on Restaurant Manager for our full-service Wichita hotel. Lead daily restaurant and bar operations, build a high-performing team, and deliver outstanding guest experiences in a dynamic hospitality setting.

The ideal candidate brings proven restaurant management experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a commitment to food safety and service excellence. Join a company that values initiative, teamwork, and operational excellence to drive guest

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant management experience required.
• Hotel restaurant or full-service hospitality experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and hold employees accountable.
• Knowledge of restaurant and bar operations, scheduling, labor management, and cost controls.
• Strong guest service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on leadership style and willingness to step in when needed to support the team.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant and bar operations, ensuring efficient service and an exceptional dining experience.
• Lead, train, schedule, and develop restaurant employees while maintaining staffing levels.
• Set clear performance expectations and hold team members accountable for service standards.
• Create a welcoming atmosphere for hotel guests, local customers, and groups visiting the property.
• Monitor food and beverage quality, presentation, service speed, cleanliness, and overall restaurant appearance.
• Address guest concerns promptly and professionally to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Manage labor costs, inventory, ordering, waste, and other controllable operating expenses.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, alcohol service, and company policies.
• Coordinate operations with the Food & Beverage Director, culinary team, and banquet department to maintain consistency.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management of restaurant staff.
• Monitor restaurant performance and identify opportunities to improve revenue, efficiency, service quality, and profitability.
• Maintain a professional, positive, and team-oriented work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Communication

Problem-solving

Staff management

Food safety

Scheduling

Labor management

Cost controls

Job description

Hotel Equities is seeking a hands-on Restaurant Manager for our full-service Wichita hotel. Lead daily restaurant and bar operations, build a high-performing team, and deliver outstanding guest experiences in a dynamic hospitality setting.

The ideal candidate brings proven restaurant management experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a commitment to food safety and service excellence. Join a company that values initiative, teamwork, and operational excellence to drive guest