Managing Partner

Carrabba's Italian Grill, LLC; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Carrabba's Italian Grill, LLC in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a Managing Partner to oversee restaurant operations. This hands-on role requires managing staff, ensuring high guest satisfaction, and developing strategies for profitability.

The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of managerial experience, preferably in casual dining. Key responsibilities include maintaining quality standards, employee development, and community involvement.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a managerial role.
• Demonstrate ability to handle guest complaints professionally.
• Hands-on experience in both front and back of house operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all employees to maintain quality standards.
• Ensure the restaurant is fully staffed and trained.
• Develop initiatives to build sales and guest counts.

Skills

Outstanding guest service

Team motivation

Organizational skills

Time management

Bilingual (a plus)

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Outlook

Job description

About the Company

At Carrabba’s Italian Grill, we value having fun and creating memories that last a lifetime. Our atmosphere and hospitality for our guests are old‑world Italian with a new‑world feel. We provide our team members with a place to gain valuable experience, career growth and a sense of pride. Our goal is to allow your passion for food, family, and hospitality to create memorable experiences for all our guests.

Bloomin' Brands is not just a restaurant company – we’re a company of unique, founder‑inspired restaurants. All of our brands were founded by entrepreneurs who have a genuine passion for food and a desire to share hospitality with others.

Role Overview

As a Managing Partner (Proprietor), you must be a fully functional expert in all processes and positions in both front and back of the house, in addition to managing P&L cost centers. This is a hands‑on management position that will require most of the time spent working directly with employees throughout the restaurant as well as interacting with customers.

Responsibilities

• Managing all employees to maintain high employment quality standards consistent with the Carrabba’s Italian Grill Brand (includes hiring, development, counseling, promotion, discipline and termination as appropriate)
• Maintaining all employee files and ensuring that all required documentation is complete and accurate
• Ensuring that the restaurant is fully staffed, and employees are trained in all aspects of job responsibilities
• Implementing effective security protocols to always ensure the ongoing safety of both our employees and guests.
• Respond to complaints, with the goal of turning dissatisfied guests into return guests
• Developing initiatives to build sales, profitability and guest counts
• Verifying that all menu items are made according to the recipe and that presentation is up to Carrabba’s Italian Grill standards
• Adhering to company standards and service levels to increases sales and minimize costs
• Maintaining proper inventory levels and placing orders within established guidelines
• Managing restaurant P&L
• Enforcing safety and sanitation, maintenance and regulatory compliance for the entire restaurant and premises
• Ensuring that all operational basics and standards are adhered to with total commitment and passion
• Overseeing all restaurant administrative requirements including cash handling, completion of guest liability, property, casualty, workers compensation reports, and governmental compliance
• Ensuring that the Carrabba’s Italian Grill Principles and Beliefs are continually taught and practiced
• Leading the restaurant and its employees in active community involvement with a strong presence at events, clubs, and organizations
• Demonstrating high ethical judgement, adhering to standards laid out in the Company's Code of Ethics policy

As a Managing Partner (Proprietor), dependability, self‑reliance, passion for great food and exceptional customer service is essential. A combination of a winning personality with professional dedication and a team‑oriented attitude is key. Strong organizational, time‑management and prioritization skills are also important attributes for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3‑5 years of experience in a managerial role, General Manager experience preferred
• Full Casual Dining or Casual Plus environment, preferred
• Demonstrate ability to deliver outstanding guest service and handle guest complaints professionally
• Knowledge of maintaining high standards of food quality and service.
• Proven ability to recruit, train, and motivate a team, fostering a positive work environment and high employee retention.
• Hands‑on experience in all facets of front of house and back of house
• Availability to work a flexible schedule (nights & weekends)
• Minimum 21 years of age with legal authorization to work in the United States
• Must qualify to hold a state liquor license
• Must be able and willing to work in the front‑of‑the‑house and back‑of‑the‑house
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred
• Computer proficiency (particularly MS Office Suite and Outlook) preferred
• Bilingual, a plus
• Ability to relocate, a strong plus
• Previous exposure to a scratch kitchen, a BIG advantage

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan

Compensation

Varies by location with potential for bonus based on eligibility and other business factors.

We value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing all individuals employment consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.