Restaurant Manager

Colony Grill; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Performance bonus

Employee discounts

Job summary

Colony Grill is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead our dining team across CT markets. You will drive guest satisfaction, oversee daily operations, and coach staff to deliver exceptional service in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of hospitality management, knowledge of beer, wine and spirits, and strong communication and financial skills. This is a full-time on-site role with performance-based rewards and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in hospitality management or customer service leadership.
• Knowledge of beer, wines, and spirits.
• Experience with restaurant management software.
• Strong leadership and people skills.
• Financial management experience.
• Proven event planning abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Establish and enforce high standards in performance and guest experience.
• Lead operational duties to maximize efficiency and organization.
• Adapt leadership style to different situations and teams.
• Supervise, coach, develop, and motivate employees.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and warmth toward guests.
• Be self-motivated and drive growth for you and your team.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Listen and transfer knowledge in line with company values.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality mgmt

Customer service

Team development

Event planning

Beverage knowledge

Financial mgmt

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Job description

Grow your leadership career with us...

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts

Grow your leadership career with us... Voted a Top Workplace and Top Pizza nationally, Colony Grill is growing... We are excited to announce that Colony Grill is now the Official Pizza of the Tampa Bay Rays and Tampa Bay Rowdies; and Proud Partner with The New York Yankees to bring our famous thin-crust pizza to Yankee Stadium! In addition to managing at a Colony Grill restaurant, you will also have the opportunity to lead our hospitality teams during MLB and MLS home games.

We are looking for self-motivated leaders who have a passion for fostering teamwork and creating exceptional guest experiences. Restaurant Manager positions available in our DC market locations in Arlington, VA and Cabin John, MD.; and our CT, NY, and Florida location restaurants.

Benefits of being a Colony Grill Manager: Total rewards/incentive bonus program, comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance, life insurance, flexible paid time off, disability insurance, 401K plan. Individualized leadership development training program supporting success of new leaders and promoting ongoing career growth. Work-life flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Managing Performance: Ability to establish, maintain and enforce consistently high standards.
• Lead operational duties that maximize the efficiency, productivity, and organization of the restaurant and team.
• Capable of adapting his/her leadership style to a variety of situations and scenarios
• Ability to supervise, coach, develop, lead & motivate employees.
• Personify our Mission: Demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm and warmth toward the guest.
• Self-motivated and competitive; driven to grow and develop personally while developing those around them.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to listen effectively, process information quickly, and transfer knowledge to others in accordance with company values of trust, Respect & commitment to excellence.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years of hospitality managerial experience, or customer service management or similar role.
• Knowledge of beer, wines and spirits.
• Overall beverage management experience: smart ordering strategy aligned to guest markets.
• Computer literacy /familiarity with restaurant management software.
• Experience in new business development and event planning.
• Strong leadership, motivational and people skills.
• Good financial management skills.
• Critical thinker with proactive problem-solving approach.
• Time-management skills supporting effective prioritization and execution of critical tasks.
• Team player.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to listen effectively, process information quickly, and transfer knowledge to others.
• Valid Drivers License.