MICHILEN-recommended Mawa's Kitchen is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Restaurant Manager to join our outstanding team in Aspen, CO. As a Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our restaurant, ensuring excellent customer service, managing and training front-of-house staff, and maintaining high-quality standards. You will also be required to assist with ordering supplies, taking inventory and motivating staff to meet daily, monthly, quarterly and annual goals. If you have a passion for the hospitality industry and possess strong leadership skills, we would love to hear from you.
NOTE: This is a full-time, year-round position. You must currently either be located in the Roaring Fork Valley or planning on relocating.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of the restaurant's front-of-house operations
- Ensure efficient and smooth daily operations, including opening and closing procedures
- Train and supervise staff members to deliver exceptional customer service
- Create weekly staff schedules
- Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed
- Implement and maintain health and safety protocols in compliance with local regulations
- Develop and implement strategies to increase sales and profitability
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback in a professional manner
- Collaborate with the back-of-house/kitchen to ensure timely food preparation and quality control
- Conduct regular staff meetings to communicate updates, address concerns, and provide training opportunities
- Promote restaurant brand in local community
Qualifications:
- At least 3 years experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry, preferably in a restaurant or hotel setting
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Familiar with Toast, Resy, Payroll City and Google Business
- ServSafe Certification
- Knowledge of food service regulations and best practices
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Cash handling expereince
- Experience with banquet or event management is a plus
- Bartending experience is a plus
