Restaurant Manager

Big Bowl Edina is a distinguished restaurant specializing in authentic Chinese and Thai cuisine. Known for its commitment to using the highest quality ingredients, Big Bowl offers big, bold flavors that have captivated food enthusiasts and diners for years. The restaurant prides itself on blending traditional recipes with modern culinary techniques to create a unique dining experience. Situated in Edina, Big Bowl is part of Lettuce Entertain You, a culinary-driven restaurant company dedicated to nurturing diverse talents and fostering a Culture of Caring across its 130+ locations. Lettuce Entertain You is recognized for its commitment to people and its inclusive work environment where employees are valued and supported.

Big Bowl Edina is currently seeking a motivated and experienced Restaurant Manager to join its team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $55,000 to $70,000 per year, along with a comprehensive benefits package. The Restaurant Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of the restaurant, ensuring both the front of house and back of house teams work seamlessly to deliver exceptional service. With over two years of restaurant management experience required, the ideal candidate will bring leadership skills, operational know-how, and a passion for hospitality to the role.

The Restaurant Manager’s responsibilities include running shifts, leading pre-shift meetings, and maintaining quality and safety standards through line, temperature, and cooler checks. They will be instrumental in organizing and supervising the daily opening and closing of the restaurant, focusing on delivering an outstanding guest and employee experience. The role demands a hands-on leader who can provide guidance and foster a positive work culture based on the company’s values.

In addition to operational duties, the Restaurant Manager will assist the General Manager in managing costs, driving sales, and working toward financial goals to contribute to business growth. They will also be responsible for supporting the hiring, onboarding, training, and development of both front of house and back of house employees, ensuring that every team member is well-equipped to perform their roles efficiently.

Part of the role involves inventory management, including performing regular and ad hoc audits of food, beverage, and restaurant supplies. The manager will oversee the ordering of supplies and inspect deliveries for quality assurance. This position requires tact and good judgment when handling challenges related to guests, vendors, or employees and working various shifts, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and potentially multiple locations with occasional travel.

Big Bowl Edina values teamwork and expects the Restaurant Manager to model and promote cooperative efforts across all teams. This emphasis on a Culture of Caring, combined with Lettuce Entertain You’s comprehensive employee assistance programs and benefits – such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and accident protection, and paid time off – makes this a rewarding opportunity for the right candidate ready to lead and grow within the restaurant industry.