Floor Manager - Lake Oswego

Salary: $23.00 - $27.00/hour ($18.00 - $20.00/hour + tips which average an additional $5-$7/hour) FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt Schedule: Full Time Hours - Flexible availability including weekends is a must! Required: Current Oregon Food Handler's Card, Current OLCC permit About Elephants A locally owned company since 1979, Elephants Delicatessen pioneered the gourmet food industry in the Pacific Northwest and now operates seven Portland-metro retail locations and a thriving catering company. As a certified B Corporation, we are committed to sustainability, transparency, and using business as a force for good — while serving exceptional, scratch-made food rooted in our local community. Elephants Delicatessen is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. What We Offer Employer contributed vacation and sick time Kaiser Medical coverage, with alternative care as a bonus (acupuncture, chiropractic, massage therapy, etc.) Mental Health Services Dental, FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts), and 401(k) with 4% company match Training that will fast-track your culinary/hospitality career Free counseling and financial services Opportunities for advancement Discounts on our delicious made-from-scratch food Pet insurance Chance to win employee raffles Discounts at Sketchers, Shoes for Crews, Verizon, Sprint, select B Corporations, and many more Elephants Delicatessen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Elephants Delicatessen participates in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. About the Role We are seeking a dynamic, guest-focused Floor Manager who leads from the front. This role is responsible for maintaining an active presence on the floor, ensuring operational excellence, and creating a culture where both guests and team members thrive. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, natural coach, and decisive leader who can balance hospitality with accountability in a fast-paced environment. What You’ll Do Lead by example with consistent floor presence and hands-on support Oversee daily service execution to ensure exceptional guest experience Cross-train across all restaurant roles and step in as needed to support operations Coach and develop team members in real time, ensuring thorough and efficient documentation processes Reinforce service, sanitation, and food safety standards Assist with inventory management and cost controls Monitor workflow, staffing deployment, and pace during peak hours Promote specials, drive upselling, and maintain strong product knowledge Address guest concerns with professionalism and urgency What We’re Looking For At least 1 year of leadership experience in a restaurant or hospitality environment A genuine passion for hospitality and team development Strong communication and conflict resolution skillsAbility to stay composed and solution-oriented under pressure High standards for cleanliness, safety, and operational excellence Reliability, accountability, and a collaborative mindset If you love building strong teams, holding high standards, and creating memorable guest experiences, we’d love to meet you! #J-18808-Ljbffr Elephants Deli