Front of House Manager

Houlihan’s Restaurant + Bar is seeking a Front of House Manager with open availability, capable of opening and closing, with the following qualities and qualifications:

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

· Manage logistical aspects of front of house operations

· Estimates and orders/purchases foods, liquors, wines, or other beverages, and supplies.

· Supervision of front of house staff, including developing weekly schedules, hiring and training of staff, and coaching to Four-Diamond standards.

• Utilize leadership skills to motivate employees to ensure cost control and labor management
• Hosting, running Expo, serving, prepping and cooking of meals when needed, to ensure customer service and satisfaction
• Inspect establishment, and observes workers and patrons, to ensure compliance with occupational, health, and safety standards and liquor regulations.

· Ensure paperwork accuracy, such as daily sales summary reports, and payroll records.

· Supervise and coordinate receptions with high profile guests.

· Collaborate with Marketing Manager to monitor and update signage and run marketing campaigns.

Qualifications:

· 5 years of Food and Beverage experience and at least 3 years management experience

· Confident decision-maker

· Excellent communication skills

· Motivator with superior team building capabilities

· High level of commitment to exceptional customer service

· Good organizational and time management skills

• Deep understanding of all operational aspects of a professional kitchen, casual dining room, and busy bar areas
• Willingness to work hands-on with staff to ensure our guests receive a positive, memorable, and repeatable visit
• Proven trustworthiness to execute opening & closing procedures

· Brings a positive energy to workplace, and works well in a fast-paced high volume work environment

· Strong work ethic and attention to details

· Flexible work schedule, available to work weekdays and weekends

· Knowledge of POS and MS office programs, cash and credit card handling skills

· Knowledge of office paperwork including purchasing, ordering, scheduling and inventory

· Knowledge of food inventory and cost control

· Certification in TIPS, Illinois State Health standards, and Bartending License desired but not required.

For full time employees, Health benefits package, 401(k), paid vacation, and bonus structure offered.

Houlihan’s Restaurant + Bar is located at 1902 S. First Street in Champaign and is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks.

Work schedule

• 8 hour shift
• 10 hour shift
• Weekend availability
• Monday to Friday
• Holidays
• Day shift
• Night shift

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Referral program
• Employee discount
• Paid training