Join Our Renowned Team as Restaurant Manager – Radisson Blu Aqua Chicago Downtown
FireLake Grill House and Cocktail Bar at the Radisson Blu Aqua Chicago possesses a timeless atmosphere with a modern edge who is looking for an energetic and detail oriented Restaurant Manager.
Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000 annual
Benefits we provide:
- Employee discounts on thousands of hotels
- Enjoy a complimentary meal in the associate cafeteria during your shift
- Free Parking
Day 1:
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Paid Bereavement
- Paid Floating Holidays
1st of the month following 30 days of service:
- Full benefits package to our full-time employees, including health, dental, vision, short & long term disability, auto insurance, and so much more!
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Key Responsibilities
Participates in the development and implementation of business strategies for the restaurant which are aligned with Radisson Blu’s overall mission, vision values and strategies
- Develops and implements strategies for department
- Monitors status regularly and adjusts strategies as appropriate
- Develops and implements strategies for the assigned Food & Beverage outlets that support achievement of the hotel’s goals
Develops and implements strategies to achieve revenue and profit goal
- Assists in the development of the marketing plan for assigned outlet by keeping current on competitors on a regular basis
- Develops and implements special promotions and employee incentives
- Provides employees with current up-to-date information on menu offerings
- Increases sales by coaching employees on effective sales techniques
- Maximizes productivity by using forecasting techniques to adjust scheduling
Manages the operation of assigned restaurant or outlet
- Coordinates the set-up of restaurant or outlet areas in accordance with Choice Hotels standards
- Confirms daily specials and new menu additions with Executive Chef
- Manages the food and beverage service provided in assigned outlet; coaches employees on effective service and food presentation techniques
- Inspects restaurant and outlet areas on an on-going basis and takes appropriate steps to ensure facilities meet or exceeds the hotel’s standards at all times
- Leads staff meetings; conducts daily pre-shift meetings to discuss specials, house count, reservations and new menu items
- Assists in quarterly inventories
Develops and implements strategies and practices which support employee engagement
- Recruits and selects qualified candidates
- Provides employees with the orientation and training needed to understand expectations and perform job responsibilities
- Communicates performance expectations and provides employees with on-going feedback
- Provides employees with coaching and counseling as needed to achieve performance objectives and reach their fullest potential
Creates 100% guest satisfaction by providing the Radisson Blu experience through performance that demonstrates the standards of, genuine hospitality and exceeding guest expectations
Requirements/Skills
- Minimum two - three years restaurant management experience
- High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Able to collaborate effectively with other hotel employees and managers to ensure teamwork
- Able to resolve conflicts guests, supervisor and employee
- Knowledge of local, state and federal liquor laws and regulations
- Strong floor presence with focus and energy
- Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
- Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
