Restaurant Manager

Founders Inn and Spa Tapestry Collection by Hilton; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Hilton Team Member Travel Program – 享受

Complimentary Employee Meal EveryShift

Spa & Restaurant Discounts

Job summary

Founders Inn & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, seeks an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead two distinct dining venues—Swan Terrace Restaurant and The Commonwealth Lounge—inside the Virginia Beach hotel.

You will drive guest satisfaction, oversee daily operations, recruit and train staff, and ensure financial and brand standards are met to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant management experience, preferably in hotel, upscale restaurant, or resort environments.
• Experience managing multiple outlets or high-volume dining operations.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development abilities.
• Exceptional guest service and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management capabilities.
• Understanding of labor management, inventory control, and financial performance.
• Experience with restaurant POS systems and Microsoft Office.
• Must be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-of-house restaurant operations and deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and develop restaurant team members.
• Create staff schedules based on business demands and manage labor costs.
• Conduct daily pre-shift meetings to communicate service expectations and priorities.
• Ensure Hilton brand standards and The Founders Inn service standards are met.
• Monitor food quality, beverage service, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction.
• Resolve guest concerns promptly and professionally.
• Partner with Culinary team to ensure timely, high-quality food service.
• Manage inventory, ordering, costs, and profitability.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment.
• Support hotel events and collaborate with other departments to enhance guest experiences.

Skills

Restaurant management

Guest service

Leadership

Staff development

Labor management

Inventory control

POS systems

MS Office

Education

Hospitality Management or Business degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Full-Time | Annual Salary: $55,000–$58,000 (commensurate with experience)

Lead Two Distinct Dining Experiences at a Hilton Hotel

TheFounders Inn & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is seeking an experienced and passionateRestaurant Managerto lead the daily operations of ourSwan Terrace RestaurantandThe Commonwealth Lounge.

Located insideThe Founders Inn & Spa, these two unique dining outlets offer exceptional experiences for hotel guests, local patrons, weddings, conferences, and special events. We are looking for a hospitality leader who is committed to outstanding guest service, operational excellence, and developing high-performing teams.

• Weekly Pay


• 401(k) with Company Match


• Paid Time Off


• Hilton Team Member Travel Program – Enjoy discounted stays at Hilton hotels worldwide


• Complimentary Employee Meal Every Shift


• Spa & Restaurant Discounts

Key Responsibilities

As the Restaurant Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of bothSwan Terrace RestaurantandThe Commonwealth Loungeby:

• Leading all front-of-house restaurant operations while delivering exceptional guest experiences.


• Recruiting, hiring, training, coaching, and developing restaurant team members.


• Creating staff schedules based on business demands while managing labor costs.


• Conducting daily pre-shift meetings to communicate service expectations, menu updates, VIP guests, and operational priorities.


• Ensuring Hilton brand standards and The Founders Inn service standards are consistently achieved.


• Monitoring food quality, beverage service, cleanliness, and overall guest satisfaction.


• Resolving guest concerns promptly and professionally.


• Partnering with the Culinary team to ensure timely, high-quality food service.


• Managing inventory, ordering supplies, controlling costs, and maintaining profitability.


• Ensuring compliance with all food safety, sanitation, alcohol service, and company policies.


• Maintaining a clean, safe, organized, and welcoming dining environment.


• Supporting hotel events and collaborating with other departments to create exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications & Experience

We're looking for someone who:

• Has2+ years of restaurant management experience, preferably in a hotel, upscale restaurant, or resort environment.


• Has experience managing multiple restaurant outlets or high-volume dining operations.


• Is a strong leader who enjoys coaching, mentoring, and developing team members.


• Demonstrates exceptional guest service and problem-solving skills.


• Possesses strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.


• Understands labor management, inventory control, and financial performance.


• Thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment.


• Has experience with restaurant POS systems and Microsoft Office.


• Must be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events based on business needs.


• Holiday availability is required, as both restaurant outlets operate during holidays and peak business periods

Preferred Qualifications

• Hospitality Management or Business degree preferred.


• Hilton or branded hotel experience is a plus.


• ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain).

Physical Requirements

This position requires standing and walking for extended periods, frequent bending, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds (with assistance when necessary), and working in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Why Join The Founders Inn & Spa?

The Founders Inn & Spa combines timeless hospitality with Hilton's world-renowned service standards. As Restaurant Manager, you'll have the opportunity to lead two unique dining experiences while building your career with one of the most recognized names in hospitality.

The Founders Inn & Spa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all team members.

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