Restaurant Manager - Stowaways at Cape May Ferry

Aramark Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Restaurant Manager to plan, manage, and lead contracted food service operations, driving P&L, guest experience, and growth. You will report to senior leadership and guide a team of chefs and staff on a fast-paced, high-volume campus location.

The role requires strong leadership, client relationship skills, and hands-on execution, with travel as needed. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, with flexible hours where possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years food service management experience.
• Direct P&L responsibility within a comparable environment.
• Ability to lead a large team of culinary & operations managers in a high-volume setting.
• Knowledge of advanced cocktail preparation and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Full P&L responsibility for restaurant.
• Manage the client relationship at the location, with hands-on leadership.
• Lead a team of chefs and staff across the restaurant.
• Partner with senior leadership to plan and execute growth strategies.
• Recruit and develop restaurant staff.
• Be present in the dining room, engaging with guests and ensuring timing.
• Oversee purchasing decisions and inventory control.
• Address guest experiences promptly to meet expectations.

Skills

Food service management

P&L management

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Cocktail knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

As a Restaurant Manager, you will plan, manage, and lead contracted food service operations to meet operating and financial goals, client objectives, and guest needs. The manager will report to senior leadership with a team of direct reports.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $65,000.00 to $70,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Work/life resources
• Retirement savings plans like 401(k)
• Paid days off such as parental leave
• Disability coverage

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Full P&L responsibility for restaurant.
• Manage the client relationship at the location, while providing hands on execution and leadership of operations.
• Leadership of a team of chefs and workforce throughout the restaurant.
• Partner with the senior leadership to plan and execute business development strategy for growth.
• Recruitment and development of new and existing restaurant staff.
• Be present in the dining room, engaging with guests, and ensuring proper food and drink timing
• Purchasing decisions and control inventories.
• Quickly and adequately recover guest experiences that fail to meet guest expectations.
• Participate in a relevant and effective approach to marketing and social media.
• Prepare monthly accounting documents and use accounting software.
• Responsible for menu creation and design
• Manage Schedules for all FOH Staff

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years food service management experience is required.
• Direct P&L responsibility within a comparably scoped environment
• Ability to lead a large team of culinary & operations managers in a high volume, fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of Advanced Cocktail Preparation, including strict oversight on quality and consistency.
• The ability to lead in a complex environment with a keen focus on client and guest service, entrepreneurship, while building and growing a strong business is essential to success in this role.
• A passion for food & beverage with an ability to identify and develop successful concepts. Ability to communicate effectively with clients and senior management.
• Ability to respond effectively to changing demands. P&L accountability and/or contract-managed service experience is desirable.
• Ability and willingness to travel during the off-season as needed to support operational, business, and team objectives.
• Ability to use Microsoft Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Candidate must be willing to be hands‑on with staff and operations and be willing to work flexible hours that include evenings, weekends and holidays.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.