Restaurant Manager Jobs

Nestled high on a hill overlooking 38-acres of breathtaking Vermont scenery, Edson Hill is a 22 room full-service luxury inn and restaurant. Guests experience the serenity of a secluded retreat where they can feel a million miles away – along with easy access to endless local attractions in every season. The hospitality that we offer is warm, genuine and personalized with a commitment to exceptional service.

We are looking for a Restaurant Manager who has a collaborative spirit with a strong understanding of how that leads to a united, whole-house outlook. Our ideal candidate is approachable and kind; committed to treating all co-workers with respect while creating a joyful, supportive and inspired work environment and who recognizes that our people are the heart of our success. You must be organized, committed to excellence, calm under pressure, passionate about what you do and be able to laugh with the rest of us when things go sideways.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Hold nightly pre-shift meetings with Front of House (FOH) staff to discuss reviews, guest feedback, dinner specials, hold trainings and tastings, review weekly sales reports, etc.
• Manage labor costs for the front of house team.
• Join the management team for weekly Manager’s Meetings.
• Tuesday - Saturday manage the Dining Room: perform host duties (closely monitoring flow in both Dining Room and Tavern), oversee communication between the front and back of house, coordinate dinner reservations on Resy, assist with wine service, guarantee the Edson Hill guest experience through proactively resolving difficult situations in both the Dining Room and back of house. Be polite and confident in challenging situations while maintaining patience, understanding and the true spirit of Edson Hill hospitality.
• Curate our cocktail, beer and wine lists to cost-effectively complement our Chef’s seasonal menus.
• Lead a dedicated and engaged team with a high degree of partnership, open communication, trust, and solution-oriented thinking. Recruit, hire, train, guide, and coach a team of hospitality hearted professionals that are constantly learning while delivering exceptional service and positive guest experiences.
• Manage our Bar/Tavern by overseeing inventories, ordering, liquor costs, special events and promotions.
• Hold monthly one to one meetings with each member of the FOH team to address engagement, professional development, etc.
• All other duties as assigned by Edson Hill Management
• Schedule monthly meetings with Executive Chef and GM to review sales reports, labor costs and P&L Statements.
• Check email correspondence and phone texts on days off and respond in a timely manner to address any issues requiring immediate attention.
• Attend quarterly review meetings with Senior Management to determine whether criteria for bonuses have been met.
• Manage Edson Hill Events that replace normal dining operations in collaboration with the Dining Room Supervisor, Executive Chef and Event Manager. This includes: costing out menus, wine selections, wedding tastings, etc.
• Responsible for the ongoing development of the FOH team so that each member excels at their job, succeeds in their role, and is working from a clear job description.
• Gain proficiency in the use, management and training on the Ordyx POS System and Resy.
• Responsibility for the success of our Breakfast Program through training, staff management, menu design, etc. F&B Manager will be expected to be on site periodically for regular breakfast service and always for Wedding Brunches.
• Schedule and conduct 90 day and annual performance reviews for all members of your team in coordination with HR.
• Oversee menu design, inventory and printing.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, hygiene and health codes.
• Work closely with our Chef and Senior Management to promote our mission and vision and develop the brand for Edson Hill’s Food and Beverage Program.
• Conduct and follow-up on employee counseling sessions, when indicated, in coordination with HR.

Edson Hill is a beloved setting for both staff and guests alike. Our employees take pride not only in their work, but in the beauty of the property and the personalized experiences we strive to offer our guests. We are looking for someone with similar passion and work ethic to join our team! At Edson Hill, our goal is to provide an environment where you are working with great, talented people, have an opportunity to make a solid living and to advance in your career path. We welcome you to the Edson Hill Family!