Dining Room Manager

Immediate need for a high-energy, guest-obsessed Dining Room Manager to provide ultra-fine dining experience at high-caliber service standards. Responsible for the meticulous management of dining room staff, guest relations, floor cadence, administrative compliance, and luxury table-side inventory. Lead the front-of-house team and elevate the dining experience. Cultivate a welcoming atmosphere, coach and inspire team members, and ensure smooth financial and administrative management.

Are you a passionate hospitality leader that thrives on the floor and takes pride in exceptional guest service? If so, then please send your updated resume for immediate consideration.

Your inquiry will remain highly confidential.

What You’ll Do:

• Engage with high-profile clientele, VIPs, and regulars with utmost professionalism, diplomacy, and sophistication.
• Proactively anticipate guest preferences, dietary requirements, and nuanced needs; seamlessly resolve any operational or guest friction with discretion and grace.
• Orchestrate seamless table transitions, pacing, and synchronization between the kitchen and front-of-house. Maintain an active, commanding presence on the floor, stepping in during peak service to maintain impeccable execution.
• Ensure all food and beverage presentations strictly adhere to ultra-fine dining standards, culinary intentions, and safety guidelines.
• Recruit, schedule, train, and mentor dining room staff. Lead pre-shift huddles, conduct regular team meetings, and build a positive, high-performing culture.
• Manage floor assignments, oversee pacing and food quality, step in during peak rushes, and maintain flawless dining room presentation.
• Control labor costs through efficient scheduling, oversee bi-weekly payroll/timecard approvals, and keep tight inventory on linens, glassware, menus, and flatware.
• Ensure strict compliance with health, food safety, and sanitation regulations while driving continuous operational improvements.

What is required:

• Proven experience in dining room management or front-of-house leadership. Fine dining and/or high-end hospitality experience preferred
• Strong team-building, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Solid understanding of labor metrics, scheduling, and inventory control.
• Deep knowledge of food safety regulations and high-end hospitality best practices.
• Hands-on leader who leads by example on the floor.