Restaurant Manager

Ford's Garage; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Brand discounts

Discounts on retail

Medical insurance

Open door policy

Job summary

Ford's Garage in Plantation, FL is seeking a Restaurant Manager (Hospitality Captain) to lead daily operations, coach staff, and drive guest satisfaction while managing costs and safety. You will train team members, uphold brand standards, and ensure consistent service across shifts.

The role requires a high school diploma, English fluency, and the ability to stand long hours; a bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a fast-paced food service environment.
• Ability to train, coach and develop team members.
• Strong focus on guest satisfaction and brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day restaurant operations and guest service.
• Coach, train and develop team members across shifts.
• Maximize sales and profitability while controlling costs.
• Ensure sanitation, safety and food quality compliance.
• Address guest concerns and uphold brand standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Customer service

English fluency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Ready to quit your day job and jump into the restaurant industry with us? We're not your average restaurant, and we don't want your average Restaurant Manager, better known as a Hospitality Captain. Are you ready to have fun while building your career? We don’t believe in the dull and mundane… in fact, we adamantly reject it!

As a part of our badass team (yep we said it), you’ll help deliver our mission by joining a team of GOATS that, together will continue to grow the legacy of our brand and be brand stewards. The Restaurant Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of the restaurant. Responsible for teaching, training, and leading all Team Members during each shift, including coaching, counseling, and developing Team Members. They are also accountable for maximizing sales and profitability, controlling expenses, meeting budgetary constraints, handling guest complaints, and ensuring sanitation, safety, and food quality.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (with or without accommodation)

• High School Diploma or High School equivalency required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Manager food safety certification or any other food/alcohol certification, as required by state law
• Able to stand for 10 hours and lift at least 50 pounds
• Good hearing for safety and accurate communication
• Must be able to read, write and speak in English
• Must have reliable transportation

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Being strong brand stewards and ensuring each guest receives excellent service by leading and modeling our 1-4-7 philosophy.
• Developing a strong and motivated team through recruitment, communication and training plans.
• Identify strategies to retain and develop the best Team Members.
• Leading Team Members through coaching, discipline and adherence to the brand standards
• Executing positive financial results, including but not limited to meeting sales goal and optimizing P&L.
• Ensuring that restaurant facilities are consistently meeting brand standards.
• Being aware of and abiding by food safety practices and liquor service laws, including not overserving guests or serving underage Guests.
• Ensuring compliance with all labor regulations.

Unique Benefits:

• Work alongside, learn and grow from fellow GOATs. Whatever your goals are in life, our goal is to make you more prepared to get there.
• When we win, you win! Performance-based bonus opportunities available
• Become a part of a culture that creates connections between iconic brands and guests. Join the fun and ONE TEAM culture that makes us great!
• We have a bunch of fun brands, and this role will give you discounts to eat at all of them. You also get a discount on our retail!
• We use innovative technology for easy scheduling.
• We have an open door policy because your voice always matters.
• Refer a friend…get paid for bringing on another GOAT.
• Need medical insurance? Offered to all full‑time team members.
• Set your future up for success ...