Restaurant Operations Manager

Company: Ema
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

About UsEma, a Mediterranean restaurant located in Chicago's vibrant River North neighborhood, is a culinary gem showcasing Chef CJ Jacobson's lighter style of cooking. Our restaurant highlights local produce, unique spices, and ingredients, creating a truly unique dining experience.Restaurant Manager Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations, with a strong focus on exceptional service and team leadership. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in a high-volume full-service restaurant and be skilled in leading teams and developing guest rapport.Responsibilities

• Run shifts and lead daily operations, ensuring an exceptional guest and employee experience.
• Lead pre-shift meetings, participate in line, temperature, and cooler checks, and oversee closing manager duties.
• Organize and supervise daily opening and closing shifts, fostering our Culture of Caring.
• Provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams.
• Respond to guest and employee needs and feedback.
• Assist in managing costs, driving sales, and growing the business in support of financial goals.
• Partner with the GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise, and develop BOH employees and teams.
• Perform regular and ad hoc inventories of food, beverage, and restaurant supplies.
• Model and promote teamwork across all teams.
• Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges.Qualifications
  • 2+ years of restaurant management experience.
  • Skilled in leading teams and developing guest rapport.About EmaEma is part of Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants. For more information about Ema, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/57505-emaBenefitsSome of our Restaurant Manager benefits include:
    • Quarterly Bonus
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
    • Dental & Vision Insurance
    • Domestic Partner Benefits
    • Paid Time Off
    • 401(k)

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