Restaurant Manager

Linger; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life insurance

401(k) with safe harbor match

ESOP

Paid Sick leave

Employee discount

Family meal provided during shifts

JOON wellness benefit

Job summary

Linger, housed in the historic Olinger mortuary building with a rooftop space in Denver's Lower Highlands, seeks experienced leadership for its high-volume restaurant. The role requires a professional, energetic manager with strong service skills, knowledge of wine and cocktails, and a proven track record in staff development and event oversight.

Competitive benefits and equity options accompany a salary range of $65,000–$75,000 per year, with open availability and the stamina to sustain peak

Qualifications

• Experience leading in high-volume restaurant environments.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Experience hiring, training, and developing staff.
• Familiarity with events management is a plus.
• Knowledge of wine, beer, and cocktails is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations across service styles.
• Provide elite customer service and professional presence.
• Manage staff, training, and scheduling to maintain quality.
• Coordinate events and special occasions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.

Skills

Restaurant management

Customer service

Staff hiring & training

Events management

Wine, beer & cocktails

Team collaboration

Tools

Paylocity

ShiftNotes

Google Drive

R365

Job description

Description

Linger’s globally-inspired, street-food menu is influenced by makeshift kitchens and streetside nooks from around the world. Housed in the former Olinger mortuary, the decor layers macabre remnants of the history of the building, with posh vintage details in a window-flanked space overlooking the Lower Highlands neighborhood. Featuring one of Denver’s largest rooftop patios, outfitted with a 1975 GMC “Bar-V” and a repurposed food truck, Linger is one of Denver’s signature destination dining and gathering spaces.

Salary Range : $65,000 - $75,000 per year

Employee Benefits:

• We offer a competitive benefits package to support you both in and out of work:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (available for employees working 4+ shifts per week; eligible after 6 months)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with a 4% safe harbor match (eligible after 1 year)
• JOON wellness benefit
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) with share vesting based on tenure (see below)
• Paid Sick leave
• Employee discount
• Family meal provided during shifts

Job Duties:

• The ability to multi-task and perform in a high-volume atmosphere
• A broad range of restaurant management experience encompassing different styles of service and cuisine in chef driven, culinary driven food concepts
• Knowledge and experience with wine, beer, and specialty cocktails
• Experience with events management and oversight is a plus
• A professional, polished manner and elite customer service skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn, manage, and communicate extensive ingredient & product knowledge
• Experience hiring, training, and cultivating staff
• Committed to sustainable waste practices
• Mindset around learning and personal development
• Brings energy and a positive attitude
• Works well collaboratively and individually
• Strong commitment to all codes, regulations, and laws regarding alcohol service, health department, labor department, guest and staff safety, and all other miscellaneous liabilities related to the daily operations of the restaurant
• Background in some online management platforms such as, but not limited to, Paylocity, ShiftNotes, Google Drive, R365, etc.

Requirements

• Physical stamina to stand & move throughout the duration of a shift
• Open availability including nights & weekends
• Must be able to lift over 20lbs multiple times per shift

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.