Restaurant Manager

Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus program

Health insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) with match

Dining allowance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano in Des Moines, IA is seeking a proactive Restaurant Manager to lead operations, train staff, and deliver outstanding hospitality. You will oversee daily dining room activities, manage scheduling, and ensure compliance with food safety and beverage standards.

The role requires 2+ years in dining room management, valid food safety and alcohol certifications, and strong leadership. Expect a fast-paced environment with long hours and travel for training as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Dining Room Manager in a table-service restaurant.
• Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification.
• Current Alcohol Training certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of staff, vendors, and guests.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills; capable of motivating a team.
• Elevated knowledge of alcoholic beverages & beverage service.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills; excellent guest relations.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities; multitask in fast-paced settings.
• Working knowledge of POS systems & bookkeeping; proficient in web-based apps and MS Office.
• Must be willing to travel 35–45 days for management training.
• Flexible to work weekends, evenings, and holidays; 45–55 hour weeks.
• Excellent hygiene and grooming habits; reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Create an exceptional service experience and prioritize hospitality for guests.
• Oversee daily restaurant operations and staff performance.
• Hire and train restaurant staff following company policies and procedures.
• Uphold standards for food preparation and service.
• Engage with guests to address concerns or resolve problems.
• Develop work schedules for restaurant staff.
• Control operational costs and take inventories.
• Order supplies and manage facility needs.
• Appraise staff performance and provide feedback.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Motivation & coaching

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Stamina

Education

Food Safety & Sanitation Certification

Alcohol Training Certification

Tools

POS systems

Bookkeeping software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Biaggi's is seeking a friendly, reliable, and motivated Restaurant Manager to help us create the ultimate dining experience for our guests. If you are passionate about food and beverage and committed to success, APPLY TODAY!Qualified candidates must be energetic, hardworking, team-oriented, honest, and comfortable with managing people. Must be available to work consistently, act with professionalism at all times & have a positive attitude.Restaurant Manager responsibilities include but are not limited to creating an exceptional service experience and prioritizing hospitality for our guests, overseeing the daily operations of the restaurant, hiring and training restaurant staff following company policies & procedures, upholding standards for food preparation and service, speaking with guests to address concerns or solve problems, creating work schedules for restaurant staff, controlling operational costs, taking inventories, ordering supplies, facility management, and appraising staff performance.Restaurant Manager Skills & Qualifications:Minimum 2 years of experience as a Dining Room Manager in a table-service restaurant.Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification.Current Alcohol Training certification.Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written).Ability to work with a diverse group of staff, vendors, and guests.Strong leadership and coaching skills. Ability to motivate and inspire a team.Elevated knowledge of alcoholic beverages & beverage service.Highly developed interpersonal skills.Strong organizational skills and problem-solving skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously to deliver on-time results.Working knowledge of point-of-sale systems & bookkeeping systems.Proficient in web-based computer applications and Microsoft Office suite.Must be able to travel away from home for 35-45 days to participate in management training.Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.Must be able to work a variety of morning, afternoon, evening & late-night work shifts, to match operational needs.Ability to work 45-55 hour work weeks. Work week hours will vary based on operational needs.Must have exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.Must have reliable transportation to and from work.High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods.Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.Must be 21 years or age or olderRestaurant Manager Employment Benefits:Competitive Salary ($50,000-$65,000 annually, based on experience)Performance-based Bonus Program (up to $5,000 in first year)Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life InsurancePaid Vacation upon hire401(k) with company matchCareer advancement opportunitiesAllowance for off-duty diningBiaggi’s Ristorante Italiano is a casual Italian restaurant offering an extensive selection of house-made and imported pastas, soups, salads, pizza, seafood, steaks and desserts prepared with the freshest ingredients available and served in a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere.Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.