Manager

JoesOnNewbury; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nami, located in Tavistock’s Lake Nona Town Center, is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily front-of-house operations and mentor a high-performing team. You will ensure service excellence, uphold brand standards, and drive guest satisfaction in a vibrant, design-forward setting.

Join a growing portfolio of Tavistock restaurants, with opportunities for leadership development and a competitive compensation package based on performance.

Qualifications

• We are seeking 2+ years of leadership experience in upscale or fine dining environments.
• Strong understanding of hospitality service standards and team leadership.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and lead by example.
• Familiarity with POS systems, scheduling software, and restaurant financials.
• A genuine passion for food, beverage, and the guest experience.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front-of-house operations, ensuring seamless service execution and adherence to brand standards
• Support recruitment, training, and mentorship of hourly staff to uphold a culture of excellence
• Collaborate with the General Manager and culinary leadership to manage scheduling, labor, and service flow
• Lead pre-shift meetings, service recovery, and team accountability
• Maintain guest satisfaction scores and proactively resolve service issues
• Assist in inventory, ordering, and compliance with health and safety regulations
• Foster relationships with regular guests and local partners to drive loyalty and community engagement

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality standards

Communication

Conflict resolution

POS systems

Scheduling software

Restaurant financials

Guest experience

Flexibility

Job description

Description

About Nami:

Located in the heart of Lake Nona's vibrant Town Center, Nami is a modern Japanese concept that blends traditional technique with innovative execution. With a stylish, immersive atmosphere and an ingredient-driven menu rooted in Japanese culinary heritage, Nami invites guests on a sensory journey that celebrates artistry and precision. As part of the Tavistock Restaurant Collection, Nami reflects our commitment to excellence, hospitality, and culinary storytelling.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a dynamic and service-driven Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team at Nami. The ideal candidate will be passionate about hospitality, have a sharp eye for operational detail, and inspire high-performing teams. You will lead daily operations and help cultivate an environment that embodies modern elegance, warmth, and unmatched guest experience.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee front-of-house operations, ensuring seamless service execution and adherence to brand standards
• Support recruitment, training, and mentorship of hourly staff to uphold a culture of excellence
• Collaborate with the General Manager and culinary leadership to manage scheduling, labor, and service flow
• Lead pre-shift meetings, service recovery, and team accountability
• Maintain guest satisfaction scores and proactively resolve service issues
• Assist in inventory, ordering, and compliance with health and safety regulations
• Foster relationships with regular guests and local partners to drive loyalty and community engagement

Why Join Us:

• Be part of an innovative and design-forward culinary concept
• Join a growing collection of award-winning restaurants across the Tavistock portfolio
• Competitive salary + performance-based bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, vision insurance and paid time off
• Employee dining privileges and ongoing leadership development

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• 2+ years of leadership experience in upscale or fine dining environments
• Strong understanding of hospitality service standards and team leadership
• Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and lead by example
• Familiarity with POS systems, scheduling software, and restaurant financials
• A genuine passion for food, beverage, and the guest experience
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays