Restaurant Manager bei Cipriani

POSITION: RESTAURANT MANAGER
POSITION REPORTS TO: GENERAL MANAGER
PAY RANGE: $75K- $90K ANNUAL SALARY

POSITION PURPOSE:
We are seeking a hospitality focused and organized individual to join our team as a Restaurant Manager to lead our team and ensure exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in high-end dining service, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining our restaurant's reputation for quality and excellence.

This role will specifically oversee the Jazz Cafe, requiring experience managing a club or lounge-style venue with live entertainment, along with a deep understanding of the elevated service standards that define the Cipriani brand.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

• Oversee daily operations of the Jazz Cafe, including reservations, table management, entertainment coordination, and service flow, to ensure smooth and efficient guest experiences.
• Recruit, train, and manage front-of-house staff, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Prepare financial reports, analyze revenue trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize profitability.
• Oversee inventory control, including ordering supplies, managing stock levels, and reducing waste.
• Maintain a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere while ensuring seamless coordination between the dining and entertainment components of service.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the menu, beverage offerings, and nightly programming to effectively assist guests and support staff.
• Monitor and control budgets, expenses, and inventory; implement cost-saving measures while maintaining quality.
• Ensure all health and safety regulations are adhered to, conducting regular audits and staff training on best practices.
• Ensure food and service quality standards are met consistently, conducting regular inspections and staff training.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional strategies such as planning special events and buyouts.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Minimum of 2 – 3 years of experience in fine dining restaurant management or a similar role.
• Prior experience managing a club, lounge, or live entertainment venue is strongly preferred.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Knowledge of food and beverage pairings, wine, and service etiquette.
• Proficiency in restaurant management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION:

• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to move around the establishment, including walking, standing, to supervise operations and assist guests as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Flexibility to reach, bend, and stoop.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays as needed.

INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS

All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded.  Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions.  In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive.  Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts.  The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.

Cipriani is an equal opportunity employer.