Restaurant Manager

Postino WineCafe•Irvine, CA

About The Position

The Restaurant Manager creates sincere and genuine connections with team members, guests, vendors, and the community. The role directs, plans, implements, and monitors staff functions to deliver positive and memorable experiences, produce quality work, and use company resources efficiently to meet or exceed budgeted sales and profits. Responsibilities include managing beverage ordering, inventory, promotions, and cost controls; maintaining facilities, equipment, and the guest environment; managing vendors, maintenance requests, and related budgets; ensuring promotional materials and safety checks are maintained; and supporting the hiring, scheduling, training, and development of service assistant and host teams.

Requirements

At least 1 year of full-service restaurant manager experience, or 3–5 years in a restaurant lead or supervisory role.
ServSafe certification required.
Responsible Alcohol Service certification required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Hospitality, Management, or Business preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage beverage ordering, par levels, promotions, and cost control (COGs).
Conduct bar walks to audit wash lines, builds, and jigger use.
Maintain front-of-house inventory accuracy and support beverage P&L management.
Conduct regular facilities walks and audits to uphold cleanliness, maintenance, and decor standards.
Oversee maintenance requests, invoicing, and vendor management through Service Channel.
Manage vendors for cleaning, linens, pest control, plants, and seasonal needs such as heaters, mats, and irrigation.
Maintain furniture, equipment, umbrellas, heaters, lighting, and music systems.
Oversee store lighting and music ambiance, and ensure seasonal equipment is in place and functional.
Lead first-aid and safety-equipment checks and participate in the Safety Committee.
Ensure menus, table talkers, and promotional marketing materials are executed and maintained.
Maintain backstock and the condition of glassware, smallwares, and printed materials.
Manage Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Repairs & Maintenance (R&M) budgets.
Provide updates and reporting on budget spending, project status, and areas of responsibility at manager meetings.
Support hiring, scheduling, and development of service assistant and host teams.
Coach and train team members to uphold standards for lighting, music levels, and the guest environment, including when leadership is absent.