Restaurant Manager

A leading hospitality group with a trendy, high-energy, and upscale waterfront restaurant in Tampa is seeking a hands-on restaurant manager to join the front-of-house leadership team. This is an opportunity to make an impact at one of the area's premier destinations for outstanding food, brunch, sushi, wine, and cocktails, while enjoying a vibrant team culture and room for future advancement.

Restaurant Manager Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary, commensurate with upscale high-volume experience
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Supportive and collaborative management team
• Vibrant, energetic work environment directly on the water

Restaurant Manager Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven restaurant management experience in an upscale, high-volume, full-service setting
• Demonstrated success overseeing both à la carte and event/banquet service
• Strong understanding of FOH operations, service standards, and guest relations
• Track record of controlling P&L, labor cost, food cost, and vendor management
• Experience managing bar and beverage operations (including wine, spirits, and cocktails)
• Skilled in scheduling, hiring, training, and developing FOH teams
• ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification preferred
• Proficient with POS systems, scheduling, and basic reports
• Local candidates only; must be able to work nights and weekends

Restaurant Manager Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience balancing independent and corporate restaurant operations
• Expertise in private events, banquets, and catering management
• Strong organizational and cost control (COGS, waste, inventory) skills
• Comfort jumping in behind the bar or in any FOH role as needed
• Commitment to guest engagement and delivering memorable experiences

Restaurant Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong presence on the floor, overseeing service execution and pacing
• Lead, coach, and motivate the FOH and bar teams to deliver the highest hospitality standards
• Oversee bar operations, beverage quality, and team education
• Engage with guests throughout their dining experience, ensuring satisfaction
• Uphold SOPs, service standards, and effective FOH communication with the kitchen and bar
• Address guest concerns promptly and empower the team to resolve service issues
• Coordinate seamless execution of high-volume dining and special events