Driven and ambitious manager required to join the experienced team at one of Chicago’s most respected and successful Steakhouses with 25 years, serving guests from its iconic location on the Chicago river.
With a starting salary of $60000 and a host of comprehensive benefits: 401(k) matching, dental insurance, disability insurance health insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid training, Staff Referral program, Discount when dining with family and friends and employee assistance programs.
Smith & Wollensky, part of PPX Hospitality Brands which has over 30 locations nationally, is seeking an Restaurant Manager for its flagship Chicago restaurant.
Managers are responsible for each guest's dining experience from arrival to departure and must adopt the philosophy that nothing is too much trouble. It is this warm, friendly and professional service that set us apart.
Key responsibilities as a restaurant manager:
- The smooth function of the entire dining room, ensuring that all guests' expectations are met or exceeded in accordance with Smith & Wollensky standards.
- Supervising staff and stations throughout the dining room and restaurant, managing communication between the front desk, kitchen and tables.
- Ongoing training and development all FOH positions to maximize potential, while organizing and supervising staff schedules, side-work, cleanliness of dining rooms/facilities as well as bar service matters.
- Supporting the General Manager and for the overall success of the restaurant and the future return of each guest
Successful Candidates will have:
- Have a MINIUMUM 2+ YEARS as a supervisor or manager.
- Experienced in fine dining/upscale establishments as an hourly member or manager
- Must FULLY understand the concept of Hospitality and be able to engage guests & staff in the most courteous, professional manner
- Maintain a polished, professional appearance
- Have a strong sense of urgency
- Have a passion for wine and food
Experience working with Micros would be of benefit
Salary & Benefits: Working at Smith & Wollensky can be a fulfilling career at any level. We have competitive salaries and scheduling that allows for a a good work/life balance. Throughout our operations we offer a wide variety of ongoing training programs for all career tracks, as well as an intensive operations program for new manager development. We have a 'steak' in your future!
For more information about our company please visit our website: www.smithandwollensky.com or www.ppxhospitalitybrands.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $66,511.25 per year
Expected hours: 50 – 55 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Restaurant type:
Shift:
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person