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Front of House Manager

Mott St
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/27/2026

MOTT ST is looking for a food-loving, hospitality-focused Front of House Manager to join our leadership team at our award-winning Wicker Park restaurant.

For more than 13 years, Mott St has been a staple of Chicago's dining scene, known for bold Asian-American flavors, energetic service, and a strong commitment to hospitality. This is an opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional to take ownership of daily FOH & Bar operations, develop a talented team, and help shape the guest experience at one of Chicago's most recognized independent restaurants.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary starting at $65K/year, negotiable based on experience
  • Health benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Dining discounts
  • Bonus incentives

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily business operations for the restaurant (FOH & Bar)
  • Lead the training, development, and ongoing evaluation of FOH & Bar staff
  • Maintain Mott St's professional image and high standards of service, quality, & product
  • Develop & implement plans for growth (marketing, staff training, etc.)
  • Guest relations
  • Manage & oversee ordering / inventory
  • Maintain the cleanliness, functionality, & safety of the facilities / staff
  • Report accurate staff hours / tips to payroll

Requirements

  • 2 years of management experience in a full-service restaurant
  • Strong foundational knowledge of food, beverage, and full-service restaurant operations
  • Proven leadership, organization, and communication skills
  • Strong work ethic and exceptional attention to detail
  • Genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
  • Proficiency with Toast and OpenTable, including backend dashboards and functionality
  • Open availability and flexibility with scheduling; nights and weekends required, average of 50 hours/week
  • Teachable, curious, and excited to continue learning and developing as a leader
  • Ability to remain composed, organized, and solutions-oriented in a high-volume environment

About Mott St

Mott St is a nationally acclaimed restaurants featuring Asian American flavors. Guests are invited to feast in an energetic atmosphere over abundant spreads filled in a cozy intimate dining room. We are looking for high capacity people to grow with us under the tutelage of James Beard Award nominated Best Chef Great Lakes - Chef Edward Kim. We have restaurants awarded both locally and nationally, including Top 10 Best New Restaurants in America by Bon Appetit magazine and 13 consecutive years as a Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient. We’re excited to represent the Chicago food scene in Wicker Park and would love to connect with individuals that share our teamwork and growth mindset.


To apply please respond to this post or email bridget@mottstreetchicago.com with your cover letter and resume.

We look forward to working with you!

Salary : $65,000 - $70,000

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