Upscale Restaurant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Upscale Dining Room Manager

Be part of one of Chicago’s most recognizable restaurant groups, known for classic hospitality, lively dining rooms, and a loyal following. This is not a trendy flash-in-the-pan concept. It is a proven, high-volume restaurant group with deep Chicago roots, strong guest demand, and a reputation for consistent scratch cuisine, polished service, and memorable dining experiences

We are seeking a polished Dining Room Manager who leads from the floor with confidence and operational discipline. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who thrives in busy dining rooms where execution, teamwork, and guest relationships matter.

If you bring strong floor presence, calm leadership under pressure, and a passion for delivering consistent, elevated service at scale, this is an opportunity to grow within a respected, legacy-driven restaurant group.

Dining Room Manager Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary with clear growth potential

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company support

• Two weeks PTO in your first year

• Strong internal promotion opportunities within a respected, expanding restaurant group

• Dining perks and ongoing leadership development programs

Dining Room Manager Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience in an upscale or fine-dining full-service restaurant

• Strong beverage knowledge across wine, spirits, and beer, including tableside wine service

• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to guide servers, hosts, and bar staff during peak service

• Proven ability to oversee dining room flow, pacing, seating strategy, and overall floor operations

• High attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining elevated service standards

• Strong skill in resolving guest issues with professionalism and warmth

• Ability to train, coach, and provide in-the-moment feedback to develop a high-performing team

• Consistent track record ensuring full compliance with health, sanitation, and safety regulations

• Collaboration with culinary teams to maintain timing, quality, and presentation standards

Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience within Chicago’s high-volume dining landscape

• Strong business acumen and comfort reviewing sales, labor, and service metrics

• Exposure to multi-unit or long-established hospitality groups

• Passion for mentorship, service innovation, and cultivating a strong team culture

If you’re inspired by delivering first-class hospitality and love leading from the floor, this opportunity offers the environment, resources, and culture to take your career to the next level. Apply today to join a team where your leadership truly makes an impact.