Restaurant Manager - RL

Lutheran Life Villages • Fort Wayne, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Make an impact through hospitality, leadership, and great food! Join the team at Village Inn Restaurant, where exceptional dining experiences and outstanding customer service are part of everyday life. We are seeking an energetic, hands-on Restaurant Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading a team, and is passionate about creating high-quality meals and memorable experiences for members and guests. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional who enjoys both leadership and working alongside the team in the kitchen and dining operations.

Requirements

• ServSafe Certification required (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire)

Nice To Haves

• Certified Dietary Manager and/or Certified Food Protection certification preferred
• 3–4 years of food service experience preferred
• 2 years of supervisory experience preferred
• Passionate about food service and hospitality
• A strong communicator and team leader
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working in a hands-on leadership role
• Flexible to work AM/PM shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed

Responsibilities

• Leading day-to-day restaurant operations with a focus on food quality, safety, timeliness, and member satisfaction
• Assisting with cooking, meal preparation, and service as needed
• Preparing fresh foods using standardized recipes, including scratch-made items
• Monitoring staffing schedules and adjusting staffing levels to support smooth operations
• Training, mentoring, and cross-training team members using established onboarding programs and organizational values
• Coaching staff to ensure accountability for cleaning, sanitation, and job responsibilities
• Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and ensuring compliance with Indiana State Board of Health standards
• Supporting inventory management and supply monitoring
• Attending food committee meetings and collaborating closely with leadership
• Creating a positive, team-focused environment that reflects LLV’s mission and values

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurances
• generous PTO accruals
• paid holidays
• 403b retirement savings plan with company match
• education assistance
• frequent campus events

What This Job Offers

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