FOH MANAGER

Reports To: General Manager 

Job Summary:

The Front of the House (FOH) Manager will oversee and manage the daily operations of the restaurant.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Hires and trains restaurant staff.
• Organizes and oversees the staff schedules.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.  
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with restaurant policy.

 Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversees food preparation, ensuring compliance with health, safety, food handling, and hygiene standards.
• Ensures customer satisfaction with all aspects of the restaurant and dining experience.
• Handles customer complaints, resolving issues in a diplomatic and courteous manner.
• Ensures compliance with alcoholic beverage regulations.
• Estimates food and beverage costs.
• Manages bar inventory and purchases liquor and supplies.
• Conducts daily inspection of restaurant and equipment to ensure compliance with health, safety, food handling, and hygiene standards.
• Periodically evaluates restaurant equipment for repairs and maintenance; schedules for service.
• Maintains sales records and tracks cash receipts.
• Prepares and submits operations reports and other documentation requested by the General Manager.
• Handles adjustments/discounts on checks within the POS. 
• Works with the hostess over floor plan and open tables.
• Support hostess when busy.
• Open dining room area such as (TVS, PATIO, BAR BOOKS, TABLE SETTINGS, MUSIC, LIGHTS, FLOOR PLANS)
• Be a part of FOH meetings.
• Support marketing materials for bar items- specials, featured cocktails.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with food handling, safety, and other restaurant guidelines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous restaurant experience required; management experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to traverse all parts of the restaurant quickly.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times.