Restaurant Manager Nubbs Lobster Shack

Cliff House Maine; York (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Accident and Critical Illnes

Supplemental Life Insurance

401k match

Referral Bonuses

Hotel, Restaurant, Spa and Retail Dis

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cliff House Maine seeks an experienced Restaurant Manager to oversee Nubb’s, Cove and F&B Pool operations. You will lead the front-of-house teams, ensure exceptional service, and maintain Forbes Star standards in a luxury resort setting.

You will partner with culinary leadership to deliver superior food quality, drive revenue, and manage cost controls while fostering staff development and a positive guest experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in restaurant management within resort or luxury hotel settings.
• Degree in hospitality or equivalent, plus relevant certifications.
• Strong knowledge of front-of-house operations and revenue generation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Nubb’s, Cove and F&B Pool front-of-house operations and staff.
• Lead, train, and develop service teams to meet Forbes Star standards.
• Forecast financial performance and manage labor, cost of sales, and payroll.
• Collaborate with chefs and DOFB/Assistant DOFB to drive revenue and events.
• Ensure cleanliness, safety, and quality standards across outlets.
• Monitor performance, conduct performance reviews, and hire/train as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Operations management

Budgeting & P&L

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality/Restaurant Management

Tools

InfoGenesis/Micros POS

Avero

ADP/eTime

Job description

Restaurant Manager (Nubb’s/Cove and F&B Pool Service)

Responsible for overseeing Nubb’s, Cove and F&B Pool Service operations in accordance with the Cliff House standards. Leads, directs, and implements exceptional service to ensure guest satisfaction. Demonstrates Cliff House guiding principles and core values, which serve as a guide to respective associates.

What you get to do

Provide restaurant, bar, and F&B pool service to guests with friendly and professional service to Forbes Star standards, excellent food and beverage quality, strong price value and consistency of execution in an attractive, well‑maintained environment. Providing proper guest service requires an employee staff that is thoroughly trained in service sequence and product knowledge while making every effort to meet and exceed the expectations of every guest.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Plans
• Optional Supplemental Life Insurance
• 401k match of 100% for up to 5% based on plan
• Referral Bonuses
• Hotel, Restaurant, Spa and Retail Discounts at Our Portfolio of Hotels
• Paid Time Off – Earn up to 4 weeks of PTO Within Your First Year

Your day‑to‑day

• Daily line‑ups and regular department meetings.
• New server staff training programs.
• Ongoing development and training in Nubb’s, Cove and Pool operations.
• Daily evaluation and regular assessments of outlets' service performance.
• Employee discussion and performance management including timely completion of performance evaluations.
• Coordination of timely food and beverage production.
• Work closely with the DOFB and Assistant DOFB on maximizing the performance in the outlets.
• Review all F&B minimums and selling guidelines. Work closely with the DOS&M, CSM and catering to get events to generate more revenue. Support other F&B operations when needed.
• Develop long‑term and short‑term revenue strategy.
• Directly oversee Nubb’s, Cove and F&B Pool front‑of‑house operations including developing and maintaining managerial oversight of all front‑of‑the‑house employees, schedule, and train staff.
• Produce and track internal sales goals and incentives for FOH staff.
• Organize and participate in weekly resume meetings.
• The Restaurant Manager will partner with Nubb’s Chef to provide "excellent quality and presentation" of all food to guests. The Restaurant Manager will participate in the evaluation of beverage products, front‑of‑the‑house employee performance, and development of products consistent with our market position.
• Further responsibilities include selection and pricing strategy of all liquors and wines, and supervision of their procurement.
• The Restaurant Manager participates in forecasting the financial objectives of the Nubb’s and Cove on a weekly and monthly basis through the labor management system.
• It is the Restaurant Manager's responsibility to meet the financial targets in the sales area by executing and enhancing the annual monthly plan, reacting quickly to new opportunities, running consistently high operation standards. It is also the Restaurant Manager's responsibility to meet budget in all areas of cost control with consistent focus on cost of sales and payroll.
• The Restaurant Manager is responsible for identifying talent and providing the necessary training as positions open.
• Further responsibilities include filling any open positions with candidates who are qualified and understand the "standards of excellence" required of them. The Restaurant Manager in conducting ongoing training programs for new and existing hourly staff.
• Responsibility for the daily cleanliness of all areas of the restaurant, event and pre‑event spaces both internally and externally.
• Coordination of kitchen cleanliness with Nubb’s Chef and the Executive Chef. Coordination of service area maintenance with floor management, employees, and any outside services. Ongoing maintenance of the physical asset through capital planning as required in the budget process.
• Manages all subordinate supervisors in Nubb’s and Cove. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of Nubb’s/Cove and F&B Pool employees.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Cliff House policies, procedures, 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 issues or concerns.

Specific experience we're seeking

• Minimum 3-5 years as a Restaurant Manager in a resort environment/independent restaurant or combination of both experience with proven experience with all aspects of restaurant operations, and sales including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, reservations management, expense management, inventory, payroll and labor costing, staffing, marketing and P&L management.
• BA/BS in Hospitality/Restaurant Management, Business or equivalent field a plus.
• Proven systems knowledge and experience with InfoGenesis/Micros POS, Avero and ADP/eTime payroll or combination of these systems required.

Qualification Requirements

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, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Prior experience required. Depending on the role degree may be required.

Language Skills

Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate effectively and professionally with other business departments, guests, and vendors. Ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people, while exhibiting a consistent level of professionalism.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10-25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Needed Attributes

Employees must fulfill their performance standards for this position and comply with policies, rules and procedures of the Hotel, including those set out in the Employee Handbook or otherwise communicated (verbally or in writing) to employees. The job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. This job description and duties of this position are subject to change, modification and addition as deemed necessary by the Hotel. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments requested by supervisors, managers or other Hotel Officials.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.