General Manager (Garni Restaurant)

The Restaurant General Manager oversees the daily operations of the hotel’s food and beverage outlets, including IRD operations, pool operations, the three-meal restaurant Garni Cafe, and the nightlife venue Nectar Room. Duties include, but are not limited to, assisting with menu planning, maintaining sanitation and service standards, and providing hands-on operational support to managers and team members during peak service periods.

The Restaurant General Manager is responsible for driving operational excellence across all outlets by continually improving guest and team member satisfaction, identifying training and development needs, and implementing action plans to achieve departmental goals. This role maintains a strong focus on financial performance, superior guest service, team member engagement, labor management, operational consistency, and overall guest and team member satisfaction.

At CoralTree Hospitality, we're committed to enriching your career and life experiences through unparalleled benefits that support your personal and professional growth. Joining the CoralTree team means gaining access to an exceptional benefits package designed with you in mind. Join us and discover a workplace where your contributions are valued and rewarded every day.

• Explore Freely: Immerse yourself in our Team Member Travel Program, where you'll enjoy complimentary and discounted stays at CoralTree Hospitality properties, allowing you to explore new destinations effortlessly.
• Share the Experience: Enjoy UNLIMITED Friends and Family discounted rates, creating unforgettable memories together.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Take charge of your well-being through our pre-tax flexible benefit plan, covering healthcare and dependent care expenses, tailored to your needs. Our comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, including pet insurance ensures peace of mind for you, your family, and your furry companions.
• Build for the Future: Plan for tomorrow with our 401(k) plan, complete with a company match, empowering you to build financial security.
• Support When You Need It: Navigate life's challenges with confidence through our Employee Assistance Program, providing support when you need it most.
• Enriched Lifestyle: Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with paid vacation, sick days, and holidays, giving you time to recharge and celebrate with loved ones.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access team member discounts from top industry brands in travel, entertainment, and retail, including Apple, Live Nation, Samsung, Hertz, and more, making every day a little more extraordinary.
  
  

As a member of the Lake Nona Wave Hotel team, you'll also benefit from:

• Enhanced Wellness: Benefit from special rates at the Lake Nona Performance Club, enhancing your wellness journey.
• Culinary Delights: Indulge in discounts at Tavistock Group Restaurants, savoring culinary experiences at exceptional value.
• Complimentary, Convenience, and Comfort: Receive team member meals, uniforms, and parking, ensuring convenience and comfort during your workday.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Ensures clarity around the company's priorities and communicates our direction and vision to team members.
• Constantly identifies areas for improvement in service and food and beverage quality by reviewing various service quality audit reports, guest comment cards and guest incident reports, and formulate action plans accordingly, also in cooperation with the respective Chef de cuisine
• Liaison between the kitchen and the floor to provide exceptional service to guests.
• Improves service by communicating and assisting team members to understand guest needs, and provides guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
• Monitors appropriateness of ambiance/atmosphere (e.g., lighting, music, table-top, etc.) restaurant concept, positioning, time of day, etc.
• Provides financial analytics pertaining to all aspects of the venue and business.
• Responsible for managing departmental profit and loss (P&L) complex data.
• Complete all forecasting for daily, weekly, and monthly for both revenue and products. Drives the use of these tools to a high standard.
• Ensures that all schedules are in line with budget and business requirements and completed in time.
• Displays leadership in guest hospitality by exemplifying excellent guest service and creating a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
• Ensures that reservations are managed well within the outlet and seating capacities are effectively maximized. Operates Open Table to book guest reservations and collect guest preferences.
• Assists managers and team members on the floor during meal periods and high-demand time.
• Supports on-site/off-site public relations opportunities to promote the restaurant.
• Ensures the agreed standards of food service are always adhered to.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Business Management/Administration from an accredited University.
• A minimum of three years of experience in the hospitality industry or in a fine dining setting.
• Alcohol service and Food Handler certification required.
• Familiarity with restaurant management software including Open Table, Micros, & Craftable.
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity and models appropriate behaviors.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service.
• Familiarity with alcohol service and food handling, safety, and other restaurant guidelines.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Leads by example and serves as a role model.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Present themselves in a professional manner.
  
  

Schedule:

• 10-hour shift
  
  

License/Certification:

• Serve Safe Certificate
  
  

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