Job Details

About Us:

Specialty Restaurants is a renowned hospitality group dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences across our diverse portfolio of restaurants. With a commitment to quality, innovation, and excellence, we strive to create unique and memorable moments, and a 5-star experience for our teams, guests and community.

Top-notch Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Quarterly bonus
• Benefits including vacation pay, medical, dental and vision insurance
• Lifestyle Spending Account, this benefit supports you and your family in numerous ways such as through gym memberships, child care, groceries, student loans & more!
• Company dining package with allotted spending amount each month
• Variety of Supplemental Benefit Plans for life's unknowns
• 401k with annual employer match after 12 months (ER match 25% of the first 5% contribution)
• Employer paid life Insurance throughout the length of employment
• Paid/Floating holidays for 5 major holidays
• Education Assistance Program (EdAP) for hospitality related education growth
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Management Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions

Pay: $115000 - $150000 / year

Position Overview:

You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of multiple units in SoCal. You will play a crucial role in ensuring exceptional guest experiences, maintaining operational excellence, and driving revenue growth across all restaurants. The ideal candidate will have a proven progressive track record in restaurant and event management, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for delivering top-notch experiences. This role requires a strategic leader with strong operational expertise, excellent communication skills, and a passion for the hospitality industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure the financial success of multiple high-volume restaurants and event centers.
• Oversee the operational performance of each unit, including but not limited to, guest satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness, culture, and financial performance.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain consistency and efficiency across all locations.
• Recruit, train, and mentor management teams and staff members to uphold Whiskey Joe's standards of excellence.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, accountability, and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with the executive team to develop and execute strategic initiatives aimed at driving revenue growth.
• Drive initiatives to enhance guest satisfaction, loyalty, and overall dining experience.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and oversee inventory management.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to maintain a competitive edge.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to food safety, sanitation, and labor laws.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in restaurant management (at least 3 of which were at GM level), with at least 3 years in a multi-unit leadership role overseeing a minimum of 30MM+ in combined annual revenue.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze financial statements, budgets, and operational data.
• Experience in special events/banquets at management level
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record of effectively leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Knowledge of the Southern California hospitality market and local regulations is a plus.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Disclaimer
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment background check.