Loquita Restaurant Floor Manager
About The Position
Loquita is Santa Barbara's beloved Spanish-inspired restaurant in the heart of the Funk Zone, known for vibrant paella, inventive tapas, and a lively, welcoming patio that's been a local favorite for over a decade. We're looking for a Floor Manager to help lead our front-of-house team and deliver the kind of warm, energetic hospitality Loquita is known for. This is a rare opportunity to work alongside some of the most talented hospitality professionals in Santa Barbara, including Executive Chef Cristian Granada, whose bold, globally-inspired take on Spanish cuisine has earned recognition from the Michelin Guide and The Washington Post. You'll play a key role in bringing his vision to life on the floor — setting the tone for exceptional service, keeping the dining room running smoothly, and mentoring the next generation of hospitality talent, all in one of the most exciting kitchens in the region.
Requirements
- 3-5 years in related positions
- Advanced knowledge of food professional principles and practices.
- Excellent knowledge of Operations Systems.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Paylocity, CTUIT, SharePoint, PlateIQ, Focus POS, Toast, TripleSeat, Excel, Word, InDesign
Nice To Haves
- Hospitality or Culinary Degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Responsible for development, oversight, and execution of operations.
- Support and oversee management in running all aspects of the restaurant.
- Increase overall sales and profitability and exceed budgeted financial benchmarks.
- Maintain a level of professionalism that proudly reflects the Acme brand.
- Maintain a positive and respectful work environment at all times.
- Hire qualified team members who reflect our brand.
- Lead, train, motivate and mentor all team members.
- Maintain a positive relationship and establish open lines of communication between BOH and FOH.
- Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization of the front of house.
- Set the tone for the staff every shift for service.
- Follow all Acme systems and policies.
- Comply with all applicable laws and guidelines in respect to federal, state and local agencies.
- Responsible for proper staffing of all FOH positions of the operation.
- Working closely with the General Manager in hiring, training and performance management.
- Delivering the Acme culture to your entire team.
- Daily coaching and side-by-side development is at the core of our brand, and is essential to our restaurants executing at a consistent high level.
- Management of maintenance and cleanliness in coordination with the GM & Executive Chef.
- Following all Health Department requirements and standards.
- Get to know our guests and the greater community by participating in media events, taking time to meet and develop relationships with guests, leading by example.
- Consistently hold team members accountable to the policies and standards of Acme Hospitality while also delivering and fostering a supportive culture.
- Never ignore situations and always take corrective action in a way that builds respect and the strength of the overall team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
