Restaurant Manager
Compass GroupAbout the role
Position Title: Restaurant Manager
Pay 14
Reports To:
Salary: $75,000 - $82,000
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Job Summary
Elevate Your Career at The Met: Dining Room Restaurant Manager
Are you passionate about delivering unparalleled fine dining experiences in a setting as iconic as The Met? Join us as a Restaurant Manager in our distinguished Dining Room, where you'll lead a team dedicated to excellence and be a key part of a world-renowned institution.
Job Overview:
As the Restaurant Manager, you will oversee the seamless execution of service in our prestigious Dining Room. This role isn't just about managing—it’s about curating unforgettable moments for our guests. You'll uphold the highest standards of service, lead a talented front-of-house team, and ensure every detail, from seating arrangements to guest satisfaction, is meticulously attended to.
Key Responsibilities:
- Hire, train, and develop a team of fine dining professionals, instilling a passion for luxury service in every interaction.
- Manage schedules, payroll, and administrative tasks to ensure efficiency and control costs, including maintaining inventory and pars.
- Conduct daily pre-shift and departmental meetings, fostering a culture of communication and collaboration across all departments.
- Develop daily seating charts and station assignments, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional guest experiences.
- Uphold the pristine presentation and cleanliness of the Dining Room, reflecting the sophistication of The Met.
- Address and resolve guest complaints with professionalism and tact, ensuring every guest leaves satisfied.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality or equivalent fine dining experience.
- 6-8 years in upscale fine dining, with at least 2 years in a management role.
- Proven ability to hire, develop, and inspire a team, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Ability to plan and execute special events, adding a unique touch to our offerings.
- Experience in managing budgets, tracking expenditures, and handling cash reconciliation.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Remain calm and composed in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and reservation systems.
- Uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism.
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history
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