Restaurant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

RESTAURANT MANAGER - Zaytinya by José Andrés
Salary Range: $75K - $85K

Company Overview:

José Andrés Group restaurants have always been centered around our original mission, Change the World through the Power of Food! From fast-casual to fine dining and everything in between, JAG’ers know they all play a critical role in the overall success of our brands.

Zaytinya NYC  offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting.  Since opening in 2002, Zaytinya ranks consistently as a top DC dining destination and looks to build upon its success on one of the worlds biggest stages. 

Position Summary:
Lead and manage service team to offer a world-class culinary experience. Take ownership of the restaurant; ensure the restaurant operates beautifully, efficiently and profitably every shift and every day. Exemplify gracious hospitality and sincere respect in all interactions. Maintain open lines of communication a positive work environment. Continue to be a student of our concept and the industry by seeking out opportunities to learn more and improve. Be a dedicated teacher committed to developing the hourly team. Position reports to the General Manager.

Job Functions/Responsibilities

Lead Service

• Develop, coach and consistently execute service standards.
• Impact service by being on the floor during peak service times.
• Earn the confidence of the team by consistently running a smooth shift.
• Exemplify professionalism and enlightened hospitality in all interactions and especially in difficult situations.
• Ensure consistent execution of steps of service by using tools such as shopper reports and guest feedback.

Performance and Talent Development

• Develop strong team relationships by demonstrating a strong work ethic and willingness to assist each team member.
• Clearly communicate expectations and hold individuals accountable.
• Provide both positive and constructive feedback to the team in a timely manner and document when appropriate.
• Actively recruit top tier talent.
• Treat potential employees with the same sense of hospitality and respect as employees and guests.
• Execute training program consistently for hourly employees.
• Take charge of self improvement and professional growth by seeking out performance feedback and educational opportunities.

Ambassador of JAG Culture

• Seek out opportunities to communicate JAGs vision to team, guests, students, vendors and community in a clear and positive manner.
• Lead by example.
• Demonstrate ownership, accountability, and initiative in daily tasks by anticipating business needs and proactively addressing issues.
• Readily adjust to circumstances and manage change effectively by finding ways to accommodate team and guests by always ‘making it happen’, without sacrificing quality.
• Create a positive work environment by demonstrating no tolerance for negative behaviors.
• Welcome new ideas and seek feedback from the team and GM by asking questions.

Manage Daily Operations

• Understand, practice and teach policies and procedures.
• Communicate any major facility or operational emergencies to GM immediately.
• Maintain a detailed daily log to communicate between shifts and prevent issues from reoccurring. Regularly conduct service team meetings.
• Provide a safe, clean, organized and sanitary work environment.
• Understand and ensure all Health Standards, federal and state laws are met.
• Correct all violations with a sense of urgency.

Manage Financial Results

• Understand and execute restaurant plans to stay within department budgets and maximize profits. Actively manage inventory and waste to meet cost targets.
• Demonstrate proficiency in cash management.
• Ensure check register, cash outs, bank logs, inventory and deposits are accurate and executed according to standard.
• Effectively manage service labor, scheduling and payroll.
• Proficiency with tools such as Compeat, Open Table and Point of Sales systems.
• Reach out to GM for support and training as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Position requires a minimum of 2+ years of restaurant management experience and 5+ years of restaurant experience.
• Requires developed communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Most tasks are performed independently or in a team environment with the employee acting as a team leader.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of upscale or fine dining service and sales skills.
• Ability to supervise, train and motivate multiple levels of employees.
• Ability to assess/evaluate other employees’ performance in a fair and consistent manner.
• Extensive knowledge of food industry, restaurants and competitive markets.
• Extensive knowledge of revenue management.
• Participation in the development of short- and long-term financial and operational goals of the restaurants.
• Extensive knowledge of fine dining or upscale restaurant service and salesmanship.

Abilities & Working Conditions

• This position will spend 100% of the time standing or walking.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.
• May be required to lift trays of food or food items weighing up to 30 lbs. Occasionally.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests and employees.
• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.
• Required to work nights, holidays and weekends.

JOSÉ ANDRÉS GROUP restaurants span across the world including Miami, Orlando, Las Vegas, NYC, Chicago, LA, Bahamas and of course our original home, Washington, DC. Since 1993, our restaurants reflect the authentic roots of each concept and showcase José's passion for telling the stories of a culture through food. José Andrés Group is an equal opportunity employer.