Restaurant Manager

Overview

Rusty Pelican is looking for a driven, people-focused Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team and help deliver an exceptional waterfront dining experience in one of Southern California’s premier destinations. If you’re an experienced hospitality professional who thrives in an upscale, high-energy environment, enjoys developing people, and is ready to take the next step in your career, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for. As Restaurant Manager, you’ll play a key role in leading daily operations, coaching and developing a high-performing team, driving sales and guest satisfaction, and creating a culture built around exceptional hospitality. We’re looking for a hands‑on leader who leads by example, embraces accountability, and is passionate about developing talent while delivering memorable experiences for every guest. This is more than your next management position—it’s an opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills, expand your hospitality experience, and build a rewarding career with a premier dining destination known for exceptional cuisine, breathtaking views, and outstanding service.

Bring your leadership. Build your team. Elevate the experience. Grow your career with Rusty Pelican.

Benefits

• Extensive and well-rounded training program
• Continued career development and growth opportunities
• Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels
• Multiple health benefit plans to suit your needs
• Dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, flexible spending accounts and 401 (k)
• Paid sick leave
• Paid time off
• Monthly discretionary bonus potential

Responsibilities

• Ensures excellence in guest satisfaction through commitment to a \"Do Whatever It Takes Attitude\" and a hands‑on, lead by example management style
• Utilizes leadership skills and motivates employees to ensure cost control and labor management
• Inspects establishment and observes workers and gueststo ensure compliance with occupational, health, and safety standards and liquor regulations
• Ensures paperwork accuracy such as daily sales summary reports, petty cash reimbursement forms, and payroll records

Qualifications

• At least 2+ yearsof full-service, high-volume restaurant management experience
• Extensive front of house knowledge; Advanced knowledge of financial aspects
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Stable and progressive work history; Strong work ethic

EOE

Pay Range

USD $72,000.00 - USD $82,000.00 /Yr.