Temporary Bar & FOH Manager

Piatti La Jolla; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Piatti La Jolla is seeking a temporary FOH & Bar Manager to lead front-of-house and bar operations, primarily PM shifts with weekend and holiday availability. You will work closely with the General Manager to maintain service standards, staff development, and guest satisfaction in a Italian restaurant setting.

The role emphasizes leadership, beverage program oversight, and adherence to health codes, with a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences and contributing to the restaurant's

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of supervisor or restaurant management experience.
• 2 years of fine dining experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and integrity.
• Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with Toast POS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily bar and front-of-house operations for Piatti La Jolla.
• Drive beverage service standards and manage inventory.
• Lead staff recruitment and training.
• Manage vendor relationships and supply chain.
• Ensure exceptional guest experiences across the venue.
• Enforce policies and health/safety codes; uphold high-performance team dynamics.

Skills

Supervisor/Management experience

Communication

Computer skills

Toast POS

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our team temporarily as a FOH & Bar Manager. This temporary position requires PM shift, weekend, and holiday availability and a minimum of 2 years of supervisor or management experience.

You will have the opportunity to work closely with our General Manager to ensure the smooth operation of our restaurant and bar program and deliver exceptional customer service. In this role, you will have the chance to showcase your leadership skills and contribute to the growth and success of our establishment.

A LITTLE ABOUT US

Established in 1987, Piatti is a fresh take on the neighborhood Italian trattoria offering Italian cuisine, finely-crafted, with authenticity. The soul of the menu is our house-made pasta that we roll, cut and cook by hand everyday. Piatti combines a warm, inviting atmosphere, seamless service and gourmet takeaway experience with Piatti Provisions; a new retail and pasta shop. Whether dining in or taking home, Piatti brings friends and family together.

WHAT WOULD YOU DO AS AN FOH & BAR MANAGER

The Bar Manager oversees daily bar and front-of-house operations for Piatti. This position is responsible for driving beverage service standards, maintaining stock/inventory, leading staff recruitment and training, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences across the venue. The Bar Manager enforces company policies, health and safety codes, and state beverage regulations while fostering a positive, high-performing team environment.

Above all, your dedication to providing an excellent guest and employee experience will be instrumental in ensuring guest and employee satisfaction and enhancing our reputation.

ARE YOU THE FOH & BAR MANAGER WE'RE LOOKING FOR?

To be successful at our restaurant, there are several key skills and qualifications that you should possess. 2 years of fine dining experience and at least 2 years restaurant management or supervision experience are required. You should have excellent communication skills, a high level of integrity and be able to make sound and logical decisions quickly, demonstrating good judgment even in challenging situations. Remaining calm under pressure is crucial, as the restaurant industry can be fast-paced and demanding. Basic computer skills are also necessary for this role, as you will be required to utilize software or tools for various tasks. Ideally, expreience with Toast POS.

Piatti is a division of Palisades Hospitality, a Northern-California based bespoke hospitality management company that manages and develops a curated portfolio of 20+ hotels and restaurants and provides industry-tailored financial, design and development consulting services. Palisades is committed to creating design-driven, dynamic spaces thoughtfully rooted in their locale and that leave a lasting impact on our guests and in their communities.

Palisades Hospitality offers the following benefits for eligible full time employees

• Health: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Legal, Transportation, Voluntary Benefit Center for Ancillary Coverages like Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Travel Insurance, Pet Wellness and more!


• Retirement: 401k Retirement savings program is available for all full and part time employees over the age of 21


• Perks: All employees are eligible to enjoy a Travel + Dining Discount to stay and dine at sister locations. Employees celebrating years of service are recognized with a bonus award for milestone years.