Restaurant Manager

Job Summary

The Restaurant Manager leads the restaurant’s service section (e.g., Main Dining Room, Tea & Beverage Service, Private Dining Rooms). The role ensures flawless service execution, team discipline, product knowledge, and readiness of their assigned section.

This role is guest‑facing, operationally hands‑on, and central to maintaining Michelin‑level consistency & Forbes 5 Star accreditation

Job Responsibilities

1. Section Leadership & Daily Service Execution

• Lead a team of Assistant Managers, Captains, and Service Attendants in the restaurant.
• Ensure mise‑En‑place, table settings, station readiness, and sequence‑of‑service execution.
• Conduct section‑specific briefings and ensure staff product knowledge.

2. Guest Engagement & Service Recovery

• Be the primary contact point for guests within the section.
• Manage special requests, cultural expectations, and VIP preferences.
• Execute service recovery and escalate significant matters to AGM when required.

3. People Management & Training

• Train and mentor team members on service standards, wine/tea knowledge, and grooming.
• Provide real‑time coaching during service and lead performance improvement.
• Support scheduling and manpower planning for the section.

4. Standards & Compliance

• Conduct daily hygiene and safety checks.
• Uphold all SOPs (service, tea service, wine handling, private dining room protocols).
• Maintain inventory accuracy of section equipment, OS&E, and tableware.

5. Operational Support

• Assist with order placements, stock rotations, and breakage reporting.
• Support the rollout of promotions, menu changes, and seasonal program updates.

Job Requirements

Education &Certification

• Diploma/Degree in hospitality or related field preferred.

Experience

• 3–6 years of luxury dining or hotel restaurant experience.

Other Prerequisites

• Strong service presence and ability to lead a medium‑sized team.
• Understanding of Cantonese cuisine, tea, and Chinese wine is an advantage.
• Fluent professionalism, strong communication skills, and consistent discipline