At abc Restaurants (abcV, abc Kitchen & abc Cocina), we are passionately committed to offering the freshest, safest ingredients, presenting a seasonal menu, that is locally focused and globally artistic, and cultivating a healthy relationship on our tables and for the planet. Our atmospheric elements feature environmentally conscious stories, honoring the preservation of the arts and global sustainability.

Jean-Georges has made culinary history and developed a reputation as remarkable as his food by tapping his deep understanding of the restaurant world and pairing it with his forward-thinking vision.

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Restaurant and Beverage Manager for abc Cocina.

The successful candidate will enjoy working with some of our industry's best & brightest hospitality professionals, who are all dedicated to abc Restaurants unique brand of creative, upscale, casual elegance.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Restaurant and Beverage Manager candidate will possess "hands-on" fine dining service skills, attention to detail, commitment to hospitality, positive team-player attitude, and the proven ability to be a leader. The Restaurant & Beverage Manager is responsible for working alongside their co-managers to run a successful restaurant, where the commitment to exceptional hospitality, food and beverage is aligned with a positive, productive and profitable working environment.  

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend and contribute to the weekly/monthly Food and Beverage departmental meetings.
• Oversee and assist in service in accordance with the requirements and practices of the restaurant.
• Responsible for taking the lead in growing wine/beverage sales in the restaurant.
• Maintain awareness to customer focus and attention to detail.
• Work the floor during service with an emphasis on beverage sales. Up-sell at all possible opportunities.
• Train staff on quality level of service regarding body language, eye contact and proper verbiage and seek to positively enhance the guest experience throughout service.
• Maintain front-of-house staff schedule and assign duties.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of all wine, spirits, coffees, teas, etc.
• Prepare for and perform weekly inventory of all beverage department products, as required.
• Responsible for ordering all bar products-liquor, beer, wine and consumables to par, as required.
• Research and conduct comprehensive beverage trainings for FOH staff.
• Oversee maintenance/cleanliness of all decanters, wine stations and all storage areas pertaining to beverage.
• Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data to measure productivity or goal achievement or to identify areas needing cost reduction or program improvement.
• Ensure that company policies and procedures, safety and other laws, regulations, and requirements are implemented and followed.
• Operate ethically to protect the image of the company.
• Open & close the restaurant as needed.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Minimum of three (3) years restaurant management experience in high-volume setting.
• Advanced knowledge of food & beverage
• Knowledge of Avero, Compeat (or other restaurant management accounting inventory software), Resy, Salido, ScheduleFly and multi-line phone systems 
• FULL AVAILABILITY - daytime hours, evening hours and weekends.
• Must be friendly, engaging, gracious and have the ability to focus and connect with all guests at all levels, as well as with employees, and exceed their expectations.
• Strong attention to detail.
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. 
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for the entire workday. 
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the store.  Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment. 
• Climbing steps regularly. 

COMPENSATION:
The base pay range for this position is $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid within the range depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills, etc.

LUCY RESTAURANT LLC IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.