Restaurant Manager

Landry's Inc.; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training program

Career development & growth

Employee discounts on dining, retail,趣

Health benefit plans

Dental, vision, voluntary life, short‑

401(k)

Paid sick leave

Paid time off

Monthly bonus potential

Job summary

Gandy Dancer, part of the Landry's family, seeks a Restaurant Manager who will lead guest experiences, develop the team, and drive operational and financial success. You will be responsible for delivering exceptional hospitality, managing costs, and ensuring compliance across the operation.

You will inspire a culture of excellence, coach staff, and align daily activities with brand standards, policies, and safety requirements to create memorable experiences for guests and team members.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in upscale/fine dining settings.
• Ability to recruit, train, coach, and motivate teams to high standards.
• Strong financial acumen: labor, food, beverage, and operating costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead guest experiences with hospitality at the core.
• Develop and coach team members for operational excellence.
• Ensure company standards, policies, and procedures are followed.
• Manage costs to achieve financial objectives while maximizing profitability.
• Maintain safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance through inspections.
• Oversee administrative duties: daily sales reporting, payroll, inventory, cash handling.
• Monitor quality and guest satisfaction to meet brand standards.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment and drive continuous improvement.
• Analyze performance metrics and implement actions for business results.
• Demonstrate adaptability with a visible leadership presence.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Team development

Budgeting

Operations management

Communication

Safety compliance

Job description

Overview

YOUR NEXT LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY IS CALLING — ARE YOU READY TO ANSWER?

At Gandy Dancer, exceptional hospitality, memorable dining experiences, and outstanding leadership come together. We’re searching for an ambitious Restaurant Manager who is passionate about developing people, elevating guest experiences, and driving restaurant success. This is more than your next management position — it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful investment in your career. Take ownership of restaurant operations, strengthen your business and financial acumen, develop future leaders, and build a team culture that inspires excellence. With the support and career opportunities of Landry’s family of restaurants, you’ll have the resources and platform to expand your leadership experience and pursue your next professional milestone. We’re looking for a leader who doesn't just manage a restaurant but knows how to inspire a team, influence results, and create an environment where people thrive.

If you're ready for greater responsibility and the opportunity to make your mark, Gandy Dancer is ready for you!

DON'T JUST LOOK FOR YOUR NEXT JOB — TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR CAREER!

Benefits

• Extensive and well-rounded training program
• Continued career development and growth opportunities
• Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels
• Multiple health benefit plans to suit your needs
• Dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, flexible spending accounts and 401 (k)
• Paid sick leave
• Paid time off
• Monthly discretionary bonus potential

Responsibilities

• Guest Experience Leadership: Lead by example in delivering exceptional guest experiences while fostering a culture of hospitality, accountability, and a “Do Whatever It Takes” mindset
• Team Development & Performance: Recruit, train, coach, and motivate team members to achieve operational excellence, maintain high-performance standards, and support individual growth and development
• Operational Excellence: Ensure consistent execution of company standards, policies, and procedures while driving efficiency, productivity, and outstanding service quality
• Financial Management: Effectively manage labor, food, beverage, and operating costs to achieve financial objectives while maximizing profitability and guest satisfaction
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain the highest standards of safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance through regular inspections and adherence to all health, safety, alcohol service, and company requirements
• Administrative Oversight: Ensure the accurate and timely completion of key administrative functions, including daily sales reporting, payroll processing, inventory controls, cash handling, and petty cash documentation
• Quality Assurance: Monitor food, beverage, and service quality to ensure all products and experiences consistently meet or exceed brand standards and guest expectations
• Culture & Engagement: Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing work environment that promotes teamwork, employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Business Results: Drive operational success by analyzing performance metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement, implementing action plans, and delivering strong business results
• Adaptability & Leadership Presence: Respond effectively to changing business needs, operational challenges, and guest concerns while maintaining a visible and supportive leadership presence throughout the operation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of upscale / fine dining restaurant management experience. Equivalent combinations of professional experience and relevant academic achievements may be considered
• Proven ability to lead, develop, mentor, and motivate a diverse team while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships, resolve conflicts, and effectively engage employees, guests, and business partners
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities with strong attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience managing budgets, inventory controls, labor costs, and other key operating expenses to achieve financial objectives
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations, service standards, staffing, scheduling, and profitability drivers
• Current knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance requirements, with a commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant operating environment
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and respond effectively to changing business needs and operational challenges
• Proven track record of career growth, stability, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement and excellence
• Genuine passion for hospitality, exceptional guest service, and creating memorable experiences for both guests and team members
• Proficient in restaurant management systems, point-of-sale systems, Microsoft Office applications, and other business-related technology platforms

EOE

Pay Range

USD $63,000.00 - USD $78,000.00 /Yr.