Restaurant Manager | Fine Dining
Location: San Francisco, CA
Compensation: $80,000 – $85,000 annually + bonus eligibility
Overview
We are seeking an experienced and charismatic Restaurant Manager to join the leadership team of a distinguished fine dining restaurant in San Francisco. This role is central to delivering exceptional hospitality, overseeing front-of-house operations, and ensuring seamless service in a high-volume, luxury environment.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a passion for guest experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to inspire and train FOH staff to consistently deliver excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the General Manager and Assistant General Manager in managing daily operations of a fine dining restaurant.
- Lead by example to guide, empower, and motivate FOH staff, maintaining a visible and engaged presence on the floor during service.
- Manage scheduling, task delegation, and operational follow-up to ensure smooth execution.
- Maintain a fast-paced environment with poise, professionalism, and exemplary hospitality.
- Train and uphold restaurant policies, service standards, and best practices.
- Ensure consistently outstanding guest experiences.
- Support operational efficiency and collaboration between FOH and BOH leadership.
Ideal Experience
- Minimum 2+ years of Dining Room Management experience in upscale or fine dining restaurants.
- Proven success managing FOH teams in high-volume settings.
- Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to inspire and train teams.
- Skilled at problem-solving and quick decision-making under pressure.
- A track record of delivering exceptional guest service in luxury hospitality environments.
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered based on their ability and job-related qualifications, without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
