Restaurant Manager

Westgate Resorts; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Daily pay

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Military leave

EAP

Job summary

Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort in Kissimmee, FL, seeks an experienced Restaurant Leader to oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring service quality and financial goals are met. You will manage staff, schedule labor, and drive guest satisfaction.

The role requires 2+ years in a similar setting, strong communication, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Westgate offers a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities within a 60+ resort portfolio.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of restaurant best practices.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Aptitude for multi-tasking.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must pass background screen and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure service, quality, and financial goals are achieved.
• Manage staff scheduling, labor costs, and operational budgets.
• Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, and train team members and supervisors.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, recognition, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and health regulations.
• Monitor inventory, purchasing, cash handling, beverage controls, and operating expenses.
• Resolve guest concerns promptly and maintain exceptional customer service standards.
• Lead staff development, training programs, and operational improvements to maximize sales and profitability.

Skills

Restaurant operations

Team leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Flexibility

Attention to safety

Teamwork

Job description

• Compensation: from USD 55,000 - yearly

Company Description

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Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort offers you an incredible opportunity to meet and share stories with guests from around the world who come to experience Central Florida’s world-famous theme parks and attractions. Enjoy the excitement and surroundings of our world-class resort, featuring award-winning attractions and restaurants. As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you’ll be joining a team committed to excellence and creating unforgettable vacation experiences and supporting your career growth where you are or at 60+ resorts across the company.

Job Description

To ensure objectives are met in the Restaurant. Responsible for the complete organization of the restaurant. Directs and coordinates all activities regarding the restaurant by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure service, quality, and financial goals are achieved.
• Manage staff scheduling, labor costs, and operational budgets.
• Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, and train team members and supervisors.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, recognition, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and health regulations.
• Monitor inventory, purchasing, cash handling, beverage controls, and operating expenses.
• Resolve guest concerns promptly and maintain exceptional customer service standards.
• Lead staff development, training programs, and operational improvements to maximize sales and profitability.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of both units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What You Will Bring

• A minimum of 2years experience in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of restaurant best practices.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Aptitude for multi-tasking.
• Must be able to work cooperatively and efficiently in a team.
• The team member must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Westgate Resorts is a smoke and tobacco-free workplace. Except where prohibited by law, applicants who smoke or use tobacco products will not be considered for positions at Westgate.
• Required to pass a background screen, drug test, and prove eligibility to work in the United States.

Additional Information

Why Westgate?

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – AccessYour Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts(FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – One scholarship of up to $40,000 is awarded each year to one eligible dependent of a current Team Member.
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email [e-mail] with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying. This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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