Part-Time Restaurant Supervisor

Seabreeze Management Company, Inc.; Cathedral City (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Seabreeze Management Company, Inc. is seeking a Restaurant Supervisor to lead a dining room team and coordinate with the kitchen to deliver polished, five-star service. You will manage waitstaff, hosts, and banquet operations while ensuring guest satisfaction and adherence to standards.

The role emphasizes staff development, event execution, and maintaining a premium dining environment for members and guests. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in food and beverage, preferably in upscale dining or country clubs.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain calm under pressure.
• Knowledge of food and beverage service standards and guest satisfaction metrics.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and manage waitstaff, bussers, bar staff and hosts.
• Train staff on service standards and proper dining etiquette.
• Ensure a high level of member and guest satisfaction and promptly resolve complaints.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely service and communicate special dietary needs.
• Oversee setup, cleanliness, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist in planning and executing dining events, banquets, and private parties.
• Monitor dining room supplies and budgets, and report sales as required.

Skills

People skills

Dining room vision

Problem solving

Team motivation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

Seabreeze Management Company is a full-service property management firm with a diverse management portfolio of over 150,000 residential and commercial properties. Based in Aliso Viejo, California, Seabreeze has offered an unrivaled client experience to commercial common-interest developments and homeowners’ associations for over 35 years. With offices throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Idaho, and Washington Seabreeze and its family of companies has expanded its mission to be a trusted advisor and collaborative partner with developments to build thriving associations through superior service and integrity.

At Seabreeze, people are at the heart of what we do. Our philosophy, "Passion when combined with commitment, makes anyone unstoppable" is carried out by enthusiastic and customer-centric teams who serve the communities where we work and live.

Description

Are you a master of creating unforgettable dining experiences? As the Restaurant Supervisor, you're the orchestra conductor of the dining room! You’ll lead a harmonious symphony of waitstaff, bussers, and hosts to ensure every meal is a standing ovation. From making sure the tables are dressed to perfection to coordinating a flawless dance between the kitchen and front-of-house, you'll be the behind-the-scenes hero turning every dinner service into a five-star performance.

Skills

• A natural people person—you can juggle guest requests, staff needs, and maybe even the odd plate (though we don’t recommend it).
• A dining room visionary—you see beyond the food to create an atmosphere that makes every member feel like royalty.
• A problem-solving pro—whether it’s a seating snafu or a special dietary request, you can handle it with grace.
• A team motivator—you’ll be the one rallying the troops, keeping spirits high, and making sure every service feels like a celebration.

If you’ve got a passion for service, a knack for leadership, and the ability to turn a dining room into a stage, we’d love to have you at the helm!

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Staff Management And Training

• Supervise, schedule, and manage waitstaff, bussers, bar staff and hosts.
• Train staff on service standards, country club policies, and proper dining etiquette.
• Ensure team members provide excellent customer service.

Customer Service

• Ensure a high level of member and guest satisfaction.
• Handle member/guest complaints and resolve issues promptly.
• Oversee special requests, dietary restrictions, and ensure personalized service.

Coordination With Kitchen Staff

• Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure timely food service.
• Communicate any special orders or dietary needs.
• Oversee the flow of service to ensure efficient delivery.

Dining Room Setup And Cleanliness

• Ensure tables are set up properly for service, including table linens, cutlery, glassware, and décor.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the dining room.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Event And Banquet Management

• Assist in planning and executing dining events, private parties, and banquets.
• Understanding of event planning and execution, particularly in coordinating the dining aspects for banquets, weddings and private parties. Serve as the day of event point of contact for the event coordinator/company.

Inventory And Supplies Management

• Monitor and manage dining room supplies, such as napkins, cutlery, and menus.

Financial Oversight

• May assist Director of Food & Beverage in managing dining room budgets and controlling costs.
• Track and report sales or daily operations as required.

Team Leadership

• Foster a positive work environment to encourage teamwork and collaboration.
• Set clear expectations and provide feedback to staff members.

All other duties as assigned based on business demands.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within the food and beverage industry, preferably in a country club or upscale dining environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain calm under pressure.
• Knowledge of food and beverage service standards, guest satisfaction metrics and complain resolution techniques.
• Familiarity with reservation systems and event management.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety regulations in food service.
• Certification in food safety and sanitation.
• Experience with point-of-sale (POS) systems, Microsoft Office suite.
• Background in customer service and hospitality.
• Familiarity with marketing strategies in food and beverage settings.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong knowledge of hospitality and customer service principles, focusing on delivering high-end experiences for members and guests.

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Language Skills

The individual must have strong written and verbal communication skills in order to communicate effectively with employees and clients at all levels of the organization.

Availability

Regular business hours, holidays, after regular business hours, as necessary.

Work Environment

The work environment is a typical office building. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Seabreeze is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates the diversity of our team. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation such as an ASL interpreter, please contact Renee Lott at [phone].