Restaurant Manager

World of Beer (WOB) Bar & Kitchen is a prominent, upscale restaurant and bar known for its extensive beer selections, exceptional food offerings, and vibrant social atmosphere. With a commitment to providing an unparalleled customer experience, WOB has established itself as a favorite destination for beer enthusiasts and food lovers alike across numerous locations. The brand prides itself on balancing a relaxed yet refined environment where guests can enjoy craft beers, good food, and great company. WOB Bar & Kitchen focuses on fostering a lively and welcoming atmosphere that encourages socializing, entertainment, and memorable dining experiences.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager to lead the operations of one of our busy WOB Bar & Kitchen locations. This full-time, exempt position offers a competitive salary with bonus potential and is crucial for driving the continued success and growth of the restaurant. The Manager will be responsible for overseeing all facets of restaurant operations, including customer service quality, financial performance, staff training, and overall operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, a proactive approach to staff development, and a passion for maintaining high-quality standards.

In the role of Manager, you will serve as the face of the restaurant, ensuring that every guest enjoys a world-class World of Beer experience. Managing the day-to-day operations, you will be accountable for maintaining the highest levels of cleanliness, safety, and sanitation in compliance with all state and local regulations. You will lead recruitment, training, and scheduling efforts to build and sustain a well-trained, motivated team that is knowledgeable about WOB standards and passionate about delivering outstanding service.

Operational responsibilities include rigorous financial oversight such as budgeting, inventory control, and purchasing, along with accurate financial reporting. You will implement strategies to increase comp store sales and profitability while maintaining cost controls. Additionally, the Manager will ensure that the bar and kitchen equipment are well-maintained and that all operational practices adhere to company policies and legal requirements.

Relationship management is also a critical component of this role. As Manager, you will maintain ongoing communication with staff and regional management, providing clear feedback and fostering a positive work environment. Your leadership will include coaching, counseling, and supporting team members, always promoting World of Beer's core values and objectives. You will be responsible for managing staffing levels, ensuring optimum manpower planning, and exercising independent judgment in employment decisions.

Physical demands of the job include the ability to stand for extended periods, multitask in a dynamic environment, and perform various physical activities such as lifting up to 50 pounds and moving around the restaurant. Strong communication skills in English are essential for effective interaction with employees, customers, and management.

This position offers many attractive benefits including competitive wages, flexible scheduling, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, secondary insurance benefits, 401K retirement plans, paid time off that increases with tenure, meal discounts, personal meal compensations, and bonus opportunities. By joining World of Beer as a Manager, you will become part of a dedicated team passionate about delivering exceptional experiences to every customer while growing your career in the hospitality industry. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for someone eager to contribute to a fast-paced and flourishing restaurant environment.