Assistant Restaurant Manager - FireLake

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with the Restaurant General Manager in the development and implementation of business strategies for the restaurant which are aligned with FireLake's overall mission, vision values and strategies

-Develops and implements strategies for department
-Monitors status regularly and adjusts strategies as appropriate

Assist in the development and implementation of strategies to achieve revenue and profit goal

-Assists in the development of the marketing plan for assigned outlet by keeping current on competitors on a regular basis
-Develops and implements special promotions and employee incentives
-Provides employees with current up-to-date information on menu offerings
-Increases sales by coaching employees on effective sales techniques
-Maximizes productivity by using forecasting techniques to adjust scheduling

Manage the operation of assigned restaurant or outlet

-Coordinates the set-up of restaurant and bar in accordance FireLake standards
-Confirms daily specials and new menu additions with Executive Chef
-Manages the food and beverage service provided in assigned outlet; coaches employeeson effective service and food presentation techniques
-Inspects restaurant and outlet areas on an on-going basis and takes appropriate steps to ensure facilities meet or exceeds the hotel's standards at all times
-Leads staff meetings; conducts daily pre-shift meetings to discuss specials, house count, reservations and new menu items
-Assists in quarterly inventories

Work closely with the Restaurant General Manager to develop and implement strategies and practices which support employee engagement

-Recruits and selects qualified candidates
-Provides employees with the orientation and training needed to understand expectations and perform job responsibilities
-Communicates performance expectations and provides employees with on-going feedback
-Provides employees with coaching and counseling as needed to achieve performance objectives and reach their fullest potential

REQUIREMENTS:

-Minimum two - three years restaurant management experience
-High school diploma required, bachelor's degree preferred
-Excellent oral and written communication skills
-Able to collaborate effectively with other hotel employees and managers to ensure teamwork
-Able to resolve conflicts guests, supervisor and employee
-Knowledge of local, state and federal liquor laws and regulations
-Strong floor presence with focus and energy
-Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
-Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite