Restaurant Manager, Siena Brands

DineAmic Group; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS Medical

401K + Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Siena Tavern & Bar Siena West Loop, part of DineAmic Hospitality in Chicago, seeks an experienced Restaurant Manager to oversee day-to-day front-of-house operations and support the General Manager in driving sales and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of full-service, high-volume leadership, is adept at recruiting and developing teams, and holds ServSafe, Allergen, and Sanitation certifications; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-service management in a high-volume restaurant.
• Proven ability to lead teams and deliver results.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; ServSafe certification required.

Responsibilities

• Meet standards by ensuring productivity, quality, and service.
• Drive sales and manage costs; build guest relationships.
• Organize and supervise daily shifts for smooth operations.
• Maintain ambiance, food presentation and service quality.
• Recruit, train, coach, and discipline staff as needed.
• Document performance feedback and conduct reviews.
• Ensure sanitation, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Sales drive

Operations management

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred

ServSafe Certification

Allergen Certification

Sanitation Certification

Job description

Brought to you by DineAmic Hospitality and situated in Chicago’s River North and West Loop neighborhoods, Siena Tavern & Bar Siena West Loop offers a vibrant dining experience that celebrates the flavors and traditions of modern Italian cuisine. Inspired by the rustic charm of Tuscany and the energy of contemporary Italy, Siena Tavern and Bar Siena West Loop features house-made pastas, wood-fired specialties, and innovative cocktails in a lively, stylish atmosphere—creating a destination perfect for everything from casual gatherings to special occasions.

We are seeking experienced Restaurant Managers who will be responsible for day-to-day operations of all (FOH) front of house team members. Restaurant Managers will assist the General Manager in driving sales, managing costs, and delivering an exceptional guest experience. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of management experience in a full-service, high-volume restaurant, creative ideas to drive sales and repeat business, and the capability to recruit, train, and develop high-performing team members.

General Functions + Responsibilities

• Meet restaurant operational standards by implementing productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; recommending system improvements.
• Support restaurant goals in all areas of operations to achieve the desired volume growth and optimum profit; Drive sales and repeat business by building rapport and establishing relationships with guests; Control costs by monitoring expenditures, identifying variances, and minimizing waste.
• Organize, run and supervise smooth and efficient daily shifts (including opening and closing shifts), ensuring an exceptional guest and employee experience; Maintain guest service by helping wait staff with table preparation and food delivery.
• Maintain ambiance by controlling lighting, background music, linen service, glassware, dinnerware, and utensil quality and placement; monitoring food presentation and service.
• Accomplish restaurant human resource objectives by selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; Clearly communicate job expectations and developmental feedback; Adhere to and enforce policies and procedures; Ensure that all paperwork and documentation is completed accurately and on a timely basis.
• Monitor, address and document individual hourly employee performance through on-going feedback, positive recognition, formal performance reviews, coaching and, when necessary, disciplinary action up to and including
  employment termination.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Monitor and ensure the restaurant and the team’s compliance with all Company and restaurant policies and procedures as well as all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties assigned as needed

Experience + Education Requirements

• At least 3 years of full-service management experience in a high-volume restaurant
• Proven track record of delivering results in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership capability to build strong teams and achieve business goals
• Ability to plan and set goals and communicate direction to others.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Valid Allergen, Sanitation and ServSafe Certifications required

Core Competencies

• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Communication Skills
• Emotional Intelligence
• Integrity
• Personal Development
• Professionalism
• Self-Management
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Technical Proficiency with computers and POS systems

Benefits + Perks

• BCBS Medical
• BCBS Dental
• EyeMed Vision
• Company-paid Short-term Disability Insurance
• Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• 401K + Match
• Monthly Food & Beverage Allowance and Discount

Dineamic Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.