Restaurant Manager
Job Description
Restaurant Manager | Upscale, High-Volume Concept
Winter Park, FL
We are seeking an experienced, guest-obsessed Restaurant Manager to lead daily front-of-house operations at our high-volume, upscale restaurant in Winter Park. You will set the standard for polished service, foster a warm, sophisticated atmosphere, and lead a high-performing team to deliver memorable dining moments.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses deep wine and beverage knowledge, and balances floor leadership with strong operational and financial management.
Competitive Base Compensation matching experience and local market standards
Generous Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, & Paid Time Off)
Monthly Performance Bonus tied to operational & profitability goals
Career Growth: Opportunities to develop and expand within a growing upscale hospitality group
Key Responsibilities
Service Excellence: Oversee daily floor operations during high-volume service, ensuring seamless pacing, polished hospitality, and meticulous attention to detail.
Guest & Floor Presence: Maintain a strong physical presence in the dining room to build rapport with regulars, handle guest feedback gracefully, and elevate the overall dining experience.
Beverage & Bar Leadership: Collaborate with the beverage team to maintain high standards across wine, craft cocktails, and spirits; conduct staff beverage tastings and training sessions.
Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, onboard, train, and mentor FOH staff (servers, sommeliers, bartenders, and hosts). Foster a positive, accountable, and hospitality-driven workplace culture.
Operations & Cost Management: Oversee scheduling, labor efficiency, floor inventory, and cost-control initiatives to meet financial targets.
Cross-Functional Synergy: Partner closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen management to maintain seamless line-to-floor communication during service.
Qualifications & Experience
Experience: Minimum 3+ years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume, upscale, or fine-dining environment.
Beverage Knowledge: Advanced expertise in wine regions, food-and-wine pairings, craft cocktail programs, and beverage inventory management.
Leadership Style: Exceptional communication, guest recovery skills, and a passionate, hands-on leadership approach.
Operational Skills: Proficiency with POS systems, scheduling software, labor management, and dining room reservation platforms (e.g., OpenTable, Resy).
