Restaurant Manager at Waterman Grille (78413)

Waterman Grille is a distinguished dining establishment located in Providence, Rhode Island, renowned for its unique setting inside a historic 1871 gatehouse overlooking the scenic Seekonk River. The restaurant is celebrated for presenting a vibrant culinary experience, emphasizing seasonal cooking philosophies that prioritize fresh, local ingredients. Waterman Grille’s menu delights guests with lively flavors and techniques enhanced by the bold char of its wood-fired grill. As part of the esteemed Newport Restaurant Group, Waterman Grille benefits from a strong reputation within New England's hospitality industry, combining great food with exceptional guest service. This upscale restaurant values tradition and innovation, creating an engaging atmosphere ideal for both casual and special dining occasions.

The Restaurant Manager role at Waterman Grille offers a rewarding opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional to lead one of Providence’s most respected dining venues. The position is full-time and comes with a competitive annual salary range of $65,000 to $72,000. The Restaurant Manager is responsible for the comprehensive oversight of daily operations, ensuring all aspects of the restaurant function smoothly and guests receive a superior dining experience. This leadership role requires overseeing staffing activities including hiring, training, and ongoing employee development, as well as directly managing scheduling and inventory reconciliation. This individual must be proactive in fostering a positive work environment by providing hands-on training across service areas such as guest service, etiquette, and food and beverage knowledge.

As a face of the restaurant, the manager is expected to exude passion and energy, naturally impressing guests and motivating the team to deliver excellent experiences consistently. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with all staff members to promote teamwork and uphold the restaurant’s standards of quality and hospitality. Beyond operational management, this role aligns with the broader values of the Newport Restaurant Group, a 100% employee-owned company, which means employees have the unique opportunity to become owners and benefit directly from the company’s success. This employee-owned structure fosters a supportive, invested culture committed to excellence and equity in the workplace.

Candidates interested in the Restaurant Manager position at Waterman Grille will find a robust benefits package that includes paid sick, holiday, and vacation time off, comprehensive health and wellness benefits covering medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as options for flexible and dependent care spending accounts and health reimbursement accounts. Financial wellness is supported through company-paid long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, and a generous 401k match program. Employees also enjoy ownership opportunities and numerous perks such as a dining card program with discounts, employee assistance resources, and referral bonuses. This role not only offers a chance to lead an iconic restaurant but also to join a team that values its members as partners and owners, contributing to both personal career growth and the ongoing success of the restaurant group.