Upscale Restaurant Manager JN -052025-160490

Goodwin Recruiting; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is seeking an Upscale Restaurant Manager to oversee operations and drive excellence in a dynamic restaurant environment. The ideal candidate will have a servant leadership style, experience in upscale dining, and a passion for team development. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits while promoting a culture focused on people as the top asset.

Benefits

Quarterly bonus potential

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k plan

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in a leadership role such as Manager, Assistant GM, or GM.
• Experience in polished-casual, upscale, or fine-dining environments preferred.
• Enjoys hands-on leadership in a scratch-kitchen restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding guest experiences through highly trained team members.
• Drive sales growth through operational excellence and effective training.
• Ensure quality of operations by adhering to company standards.

Skills

Servant leadership

Team supervision

Operational excellence

P&L management

Hands-on leadership

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Job Overview

The Upscale Restaurant Manager works closely with the leadership team to drive operational excellence throughout the operation. The manager operates in both the FOH and BOH, so candidates must be comfortable working in all restaurant areas.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding guest experiences through highly trained and supported team members.
• Create a culture focused on its people as the #1 asset.
• Supervise hourly team members, providing timely feedback and support.
• Drive sales growth through operational excellence and effective training.
• Ensure quality of operations by adhering to company standards and team accountability.
• Deliver profitability and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Willing to work shifts in all areas, including the Heart of the House.
• Servant leadership style and passion for people.
• At least 2 years in a leadership role such as Manager, Assistant GM, or GM.
• Experience in polished-casual, upscale, or fine-dining environments (preferred).
• Limited job hopping, with no more than two jobs in five years.
• Experience managing P&L, scheduling, and inventory.
• Enjoys hands-on leadership in a scratch-kitchen restaurant.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $55,000 - $65,000.
• Quarterly bonus potential.
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401k plan.

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