Senior Restaurant Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $80,000.00 - $95,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

competitive salary
Paid vacation
paid sick days
dining discount
401k Match
Education Reimbursement
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
pet healthcare savings account

Job Description

King's Fish House began as a distinctive Southern California seafood restaurant, rapidly becoming a cherished fixture across the region, including locations in Calabasas, Orange County, Inland Empire, San Diego, San Jose, as well as expanding to Arizona and Nevada. It is a proud concept under the broader King’s Seafood Company umbrella, a family-owned restaurant business rooted in Southern California since 1945. Known for its commitment to quality and hospitality, King’s Fish House provides an upscale and polished dining environment that attracts both locals and visitors alike. With open kitchens equipped with state-of-the-art appliances, the restaurant crafts menus that are printed daily to reflect fresh, seasonal product availability, ensuring a top-notch culinary experience. Its offerings include craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, and a raw bar designed to impress and encourage repeat visits. Hospitality at King’s Fish House comes from the heart, combining expertly prepared dishes and attentive service into a memorable dining experience.

The Senior Restaurant Manager role at King’s Fish House is a vital leadership position within the management team, responsible for executing the brand’s high standards of hospitality and operational excellence. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $95,000 annually, dependent on experience, plus a performance-based bonus. The role includes a comprehensive benefits package featuring paid vacation and sick days, dining discounts for the manager and up to five guests, a 401k plan with matching contributions, education reimbursement, and medical, dental, vision, life insurance, as well as pet healthcare savings account. The Senior Restaurant Manager acts as the ambassador of the restaurant's product and service, overseeing front-of-house operations and partnering closely with the kitchen staff to ensure consistent quality and guest satisfaction.

Successful candidates will join a stable company with over 30 years of demonstrated success in nurturing leadership within the restaurant industry. The role offers extensive training in financial management, quality assurance, daily operational processes, and leadership. Managers gain exposure to sophisticated operational systems, product-centric menu management, and the development of innovative restaurant designs and concepts. Career growth is encouraged, with the company providing all necessary tools to advance to higher leadership roles based on individual ambition and achievement. The ideal Senior Restaurant Manager is standards-driven and vigilant, embodying integrity and professionalism in every interaction with crew members and guests. Positive problem-solving and proactive leadership are key attributes. This role requires a hands-on approach, overseeing operations throughout the dining period, including front desk, bar, kitchen, and main dining areas to ensure seamless service and adherence to company standards.

Job Requirements

  • At least 21 years of age
  • Four years of experience as a manager in any industry
  • Two years of full-service, high-volume restaurant management experience
  • Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Good longevity in past and current positions
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, typically 10-20 lbs
  • Ability to carry items up to 120 feet
  • Ability to reach up to 6 feet
  • Ability to work off counter heights of 36-42 inches
  • Ability to move through aisles as narrow as 12 inches

Job Qualifications

  • At least four years of managerial experience
  • Minimum two years managing a full-service, high-volume restaurant
  • College degree preferred in business, hotel, or restaurant management
  • Proven leadership and coaching skills
  • Strong financial and operational acumen
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to maintain professionalism and a positive approach in challenging situations

Job Duties

  • Oversees daily operations including ordering, purchasing, receiving, storage, and food preparation
  • Manages guest relations, business flow, and service standards
  • Supervises front desk, bar/lounge, kitchen, and main dining areas during business hours
  • Ensures service standards are met and corrects issues as needed
  • Handles financial operations such as safe accuracy, change orders, bar banks, tip reconciliation, invoice coding, vendor communication, and operating account management
  • Manages human resources, including hiring and scheduling
  • Forecasts product needs based on inventory counts
  • Develops incentive programs and generates sales and marketing initiatives
  • Ensures food products meet recipe specifications for preparation and quality
  • Provides coaching and recognition for crewmembers
  • Makes labor management decisions for each shift
  • Participates in interviews and selection of new crew

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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