Restaurant Manager – Grand Gardner Hotel

Urschel Laboratories, Inc. • Valparaiso, IN

2h • Onsite

About The Position

Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking an energetic, guest-focused hospitality professional to join the opening team of the Grand Gardner Hotel as Restaurant Manager. The Grand Gardner Hotel is an Urschel Development property located in Downtown Valparaiso, IN. Urschel Development is a fully owned subsidiary of Urschel Laboratories located in Chesterton, Indiana. This independent, boutique hotel is uniquely positioned on a residential tree-lined street adjacent to vibrant downtown Valparaiso. Thoughtfully designed to provide an authentic sense of place, the property will feature 58 luxurious rooms and suites, a speakeasy, banquet spaces, a boutique spa, and multiple gathering areas throughout the hotel.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of supervisory experience in restaurant, bar, or hotel food and beverage operations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Proficient with point-of-sale systems.
• Proficient with standard restaurant equipment.
• Demonstrates an ability to manage staff, guest interactions, and high-volume service environments.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Physical ability to move quickly to meet guest needs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a boutique or full-service hotels is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all front-of-house food and beverage operations, including the restaurant, bar, banquet service and in-room dining.
• Responsible for hiring, training, scheduling, and developing staff while ensuring consistent adherence to service and appearance standards.
• Builds strong guest relationships.
• Drives service excellence.
• Collaborates closely with the Culinary and Catering teams to support operational goals and elevate the guest dining experience.

What This Job Offers

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