Restaurant Manager

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30% Employee Discount

Performance-Based Bonus Potential

Vibrant Work Culture

Job summary

A fast-growing restaurant brand in Michigan is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee front-of-house operations. This role requires strong leadership and multitasking skills to ensure exceptional guest experiences. Responsibilities include managing staff, driving sales growth, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates have over 5 years in full-service restaurant management. Join a vibrant team where you can grow your career and enjoy a unique work culture with employee discounts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading full-service restaurant operations.
• Valid State-Mandated Food Handlers Certification.
• Solid experience with P&L management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front-of-house operations and compliance.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and training.
• Drive sales growth and local marketing initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with health department regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Multitasking

Communication

Sales Growth

Hospitality

Tools

POS systems

7Shifts

Job description

Join KPOT, one of the fastest-growing restaurant brands in the U.S! With over 130 locations and expanding, KPOT is redefining the dining scene with its unique All-You-Can-Eat Korean BBQ and Hot Pot experience. We are seeking a passionate Restaurant Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. At KPOT, you will be part of a vibrant team dedicated to delivering incredible guest experiences, with real opportunities to grow your career.

General Description

The Restaurant Manager plays a critical leadership role at our KPOT locations, overseeing the success of front-of-house operations. This Restaurant Manager position requires an individual who is highly organized, adept at multitasking, and capable of coaching team members effectively in real-time. The ideal Restaurant Manager will have a strong track record of fostering a culture of exceptional hospitality and will be responsible for ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. Availability to work evenings and weekends is essential.

Hours: 50-65 hours/week

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee front-of-house operations by managing labor via scheduling, bar inventory, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings focused on service, upselling, and brand standards.
• Ensure seamless execution of KPOT service model.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety standards.
• Monitor wait times, table turns, and guest flow.
• Recruit, train, and develop hourly team members. Coach and hold staff accountable to performance standards.
• Drive sales growth and local marketing initiatives
• Maintain expert knowledge of brand standards, plate presentation, recipe adherence, and overall operational procedures.
• Oversee floor operations, shift management, labor cuts, and engage with customers to ensure exceptional service.
• Ensure compliance with all health department regulations.
• Maintain proper food handling, storage, and sanitation standards.
• Maintain clear, consistent communication with the Franchise Partner regarding daily operations, service standards, and performance.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Functions

• 5+ years leading full-service restaurant operations and bartending, with a hands-on approach to service and team supervision.
• Holds a valid State-Mandated Food Handlers Certification, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Proficient in POS systems, scheduling software (specifically 7Shifts), purchasing platforms, streamlining daily operations.
• Demonstrate clear, high-level communication skills to effectively lead teams and enhance guest satisfaction.
• Solid experience with P&L management, understanding the relationship between sales, labor, and operational costs.
• Strong communication and a passion for delivering world-class service at every touchpoint.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Push, pull up, or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally kneeling.
• Comfortable working around grills and hot cooking surfaces.
• Generous Employee Discount: Receive 30% off meals to enjoy your favorite dishes anytime.
• Vibrant Work Culture: Be part of a fun, high-energy team with opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Performance-Based Bonus Potential: Earn additional income through performance and goal-driven incentives.

K-Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information (including family medical history), marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.