Restaurant Manager

Starfish Hospitality Group•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

Starfish Hospitality Group is seeking a Restaurant Manager to join its growing restaurant group, which operates upscale, inviting restaurants featuring Asian Coastal Cuisine, a catering division, and a concession brand. The Manager is an integral part of the management team and oversees all areas of the restaurant, supporting a positive team culture and delivering high-quality food and service. The role includes managing shifts and daily operations, maintaining restaurant standards, supporting guest service, coordinating with sales and catering teams, and carrying out administrative responsibilities. The Manager also helps hire, train, and develop team members and ensures compliance with food safety, sanitation, and security requirements. The position requires weekend and holiday availability and the ability to stand for the duration of a shift and lift 25 pounds. Compensation is $70,000–$90,000 per year.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Previous upscale, high-volume restaurant management experience is required.
Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
Must possess a strong work ethic.
Must be able to stand for the duration of a shift.
Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
Must be ServSafe certified.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage all areas of the restaurant as part of the management team.
Communicate and cooperate effectively with executives, departmental leads, and team members.
Manage shifts, including daily decision-making and planning, and uphold standards for product quality and cleanliness.
Deliver high-quality food and excellent service in accordance with company standards.
Maintain the restaurant’s cleanliness, uniform, and appearance standards.
Ensure positive guest service and respond to and resolve complaints politely and effectively.
Assist other team members and departments when needed due to absences or increased volume.
Collaborate with sales and catering teams to promote and book events.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain ServSafe certification and uphold ServSafe guidelines.
Enforce food-handling, sanitation, and safety practices in accordance with company policies and applicable health department laws and regulations.
Follow security procedures to protect employees, guests, and company assets.
Complete accident reports promptly when a guest or employee is injured.
Perform opening and/or closing duties and financial duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Complete vendor invoice and personnel/payroll administrative duties accurately and on time.
Maintain an up-to-date staffing plan and prepare schedules to ensure coverage for all shifts.
Provide employees with direction on operational and procedural issues.
Foster a positive team atmosphere that encourages cooperation, team spirit, respect, and morale.
Participate in hiring and training new team members.
Conduct orientation, explain the Starfish Philosophy, and oversee new-employee training.