Supervisor, Restaurant

Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status.  To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The incumbent in this position is responsible for supervising all front-of-the-house restaurant operations and employees in specified food outlet during an assigned shift and assisting in supervision of all other food & beverage outlets as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position)

• Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Rockford their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members to provide superior guest service.
• Opens and closes shift or work area at scheduled times; ensuring outlet is fully prepared for operation, as well as ensuring cleanliness and security of company assets.
• Maintains administrative functions, such as scheduling, time and attendance records, and appraisals to ensure appropriate staffing levels and that team members are performing duties according to established service standards.
• Assists in monitoring department budget to ensure efficient use of labor and other resources to achieve effective operation of the department.
• Monitors guest service and satisfaction by interviewing guests and by observing food ratings to make recommendations for improvement to maintain high service standards and a positive dining experience for guests.
• Resolves guest concerns or complaints to maintain positive guest relations.
• Inspect food outlet daily to ensure a safe work environment, that equipment is operating properly and that sufficient supplies are on hand in order to achieve smooth operation of the department.
• Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned.
• Perform work regularly and predictably.
• Attend seminars when needed.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing work and public spaces.
• Other duties as assigned.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Attend seminars when needed.

EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

(Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis)

• High School Diploma, or equivalent 
• Four (4) years’ dining experience,
• Minimum of two years’ Food and Beverage supervisory experience; or a Bachelor's degree in Restaurant Management or related field.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (Licenses, Certifications, Testing, etc.):

• Must obtain and maintain valid licenses / certifications per Federal, State and Illinois Gaming Board regulations.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends, as well as flexible shifts and/or unusual hours.
• Prior experience in the Gaming industry is strongly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Management of a high-volume restaurant, bar, or similar business.
• Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service.
• Applicable computer systems.
• Various positions within the restaurant, e.g., host/hostess, dining room attendant, waitperson, etc.
• Food, food products, food preparation, etc.
• Service, service etiquette, and standard service practices for full-service restaurants.
• Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service.
• Wines and alcoholic beverages.

ABILITY TO:

• Present an image of excitement, enthusiasm, and outgoing personality, while being able to project a professional appearance.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
• Deliver programs which create a service level of excellence for internal and external guests.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of team members and outside cont