Restaurant Manager

Aba • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Aba, a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence, is part of Lettuce Entertain You and has locations in Austin, Chicago, and Nashville. The Restaurant Manager oversees daily restaurant operations, with a particular focus on leading service alongside front-of-house teams. The role includes running shifts, supporting an exceptional guest and employee experience, and assisting the General Manager in achieving business goals. The position may involve working at multiple sites, with or without overnight travel, as needed.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume, full-service environment.
• Skilled in developing guest rapport.
• Skilled in leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Run shifts and lead and direct the daily operations of a restaurant.
• Lead pre-shift meetings and participate in line, temperature, and cooler checks; oversee closing manager duties, including counting down the safe, reviewing labor sheets, and preparing the nightly numbers email.
• Organize, run, and supervise efficient opening and closing shifts to support an exceptional guest and employee experience.
• Guide and lead hourly and management teams while fostering the company’s Culture of Caring.
• Respond promptly and effectively to guest and employee needs and feedback.
• Assist the General Manager with managing costs, driving sales, and growing the business in support of financial goals.
• Partner with the General Manager and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise, and develop back-of-house employees and teams as needed.
• Conduct regular and ad hoc inventories of food, beverages, and restaurant supplies; track high-cost items; place orders; and accept and inspect deliveries.
• Model and promote teamwork across all teams.
• Use tact and good judgment when addressing challenges involving guests, vendors, and employees, responding with patience and courtesy.
• Work a variety of days and shifts, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends, at multiple sites, with or without overnight travel, as needed.
• Move and lift up to 10 pounds; frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds; and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Quarterly bonus.
• Paid time off, including paid holidays, personal days, and vacation.
• 401(k).
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Life, accident protection, and critical illness insurance.
• Domestic partner benefits.
• Restaurant discounts.
• Employee assistance program focused on mental health and wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed