Posted 2mo ago

FOH Manager

@ The Melting Pot
Columbus, Ohio, United States
$53k-$63k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:manage dining, open shifts, close shifts
Requirements Summary:Minimum 2 years in the restaurant business, at least 1 year in a supervisory position; strong leadership; wine knowledge; computer skills; ability to lift 40 lbs; extended hours.
Technical Tools Mentioned:POS System, Excel, MS Word, Accounting software
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Job Description

WHO WE ARE:

The Melting Pot is more than a restaurant, it is a movement of incredibly talented people who provide our guests a chance to escape, create memories and pursue their dreams.

The Melting Pot is owned by a very experience group of operators with a managing partner on-site. The group owns Melting Pot Restaurants in Ohio, Colorado, and South Carolina. They also own and operate the Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse in Columbus and Fort Collins. Each of their restaurants has an operating partner who has risen through the ranks to own part of the restaurant.

The four-course fondue dining experience offers guests a chance to experience "The Fondue Effect". The guest and working environment is up scale, casual and fun. High quality, entertaining service is critical to the continued success of the restaurant. The per person average for our dinner only concept is $62.

The Melting Pot of Columbus is dedicated to the community through local fund raising and is always a top fund raiser for animal rescues in and around Columbus, as well as a top 5 fundraiser for St. Jude).

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Negotiable Base Salary + Quarterly Incentives

Health Benefits

Sister restaurant benefits (Rodizio Grill)

REQUIREMENTS

A manager must be able to solve problems independently and as a team leader.

Managers must treat subordinates with respect and still be able to maintain standards and discipline by gaining cooperation through training and quality feedback and consistency.

*Minimum of 2 years in the restaurant business (not fast food) with at least 1year in a supervisory position.

*Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

*Understanding of Wine and Spirits products and sales.

* Verification of previous employment, references and background check will be conducted.

* This position requires extensive use of a variety of computer programs

* Must be able work for extended hours on your feet and lift 40lbs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,500.00 - $62,500.00 per year

About us

The Melting Pot Restaurant Columbus is a small business in Columbus, OH. We are professional, collaborative, and customer-centric. The Melting Pot is more than a restaurant, it is a movement of incredibly talented people who provide our guests a chance to escape, create memories and pursue their dreams. The four-course fondue dining experience offers guests a chance to experience "The Fondue Effect". The guest and working environment is up scale, casual and fun. High quality, entertaining service is critical to the continued success of the restaurant. The per person average for our dinner only concept is $62 per person.

Our work environment includes:

  • Lively atmosphere
  • Growth opportunities

MANAGEMENT POSITION

Upscale, Unpretentious, High Volume Stable Restaurant

Strong Management Team In Place

Growth Opportunities

Reasonable Work Schedule - Positive Environment

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Generally, we want folks who are; Happy, Enjoy Helping Other People, Trainable and Thinking Problem Solvers. The kind of people you would also like to work with. Must be able to follow food safety standards. Must be able and willing to lead by example - with detail orientation. Proven work history and career progression with some supervision is an advantage. The positions requires teamwork, ability to read directions and manuals, require extensive use of computer systems.

JOB DESCRIPTION

A Melting Pot Manager will perform a variety of different functions throughout the workday. The working environment is dynamic and challenging and requires creative and critical thinking individual. Each manager is assigned an area of responsibility as well as daily dining room management responsibilities. A quality manager will always be coaching - providing feedback for constant staff learning and verification of knowledge and skills.

Dining Room Management

Ensure each guest enjoys a "Perfect Night Out"

Be a clientele builder

Coordinate the service of the servers, server assistants and busser

Solve service problems

Opening and Closing Shift Responsibilities

These shifts are rotated among managers and Key Employees

OPENING SHIFTS

Insure proper staffing.

Coordinate w/kitchen to insure proper prep and staffing

Daily reservations management

Conduct daily training meeting

Daily bookkeeping

Daily receiving

CLOSING SHIFTS

Perform all server checkouts

Manage cash and deposits

Reconcile daily accounting and gift cards

Assign and inspect closing work.

Specialty Area Responsibilities Each manager is assigned a specific focus area. This insures detailed attention in critical areas. These responsibilities are expanded or changed to insure cross training and your career development. Some Examples:

Wine & Spirits Manager

Small wares & Maintenance

Reservations and Sales

Payroll and Accounting

Training and Scheduling

Facility Maintenance

Purchasing, Receiving and Inventory

Menu and POS management

Marketing Assistance - website maintenance, loyalty club communications, promotion planning and execution

Special Project Assignments

WORK SCHEDULE

5 day work week average 42-48 hours

2 days off in a row (after training)

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

2 year college or equivalent restaurant experience preferred.

Language/Computer Skills

Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate in English, proficiency in Spanish as secondary/primary language is encouraged. Must have the ability to write, analyze, and evaluate various reports, manuals, and internal and external business correspondence. Must be proficient in Microsoft Windows with Knowledge of Excel, MS Word and email. Must have the ability to present information in an organized, accurate, clear, and concise format.

Management Experience preferred but not required

Restaurant Experience is required -- Full service

Fine wine & spirits knowledge helpful

Computer literacy required

Excel, Word, accounting software and POS experience is helpful

High Energy, Positive outlook, Non-fraternizing maturity and a good sense of Humor