Luxury Restaurant Manager - Mediterranean Rooftop Dining | $90K-$100K

LUXURY RESTAURANT MANAGER – UPSCALE MEDITERRANEAN ROOFTOP DINING

$90,000–$100,000 Base Salary Benefits

A premier luxury dining destination in the Phoenix market is seeking an accomplished Restaurant Manager to help lead an elevated Mediterranean restaurant known for exceptional hospitality, sophisticated food and beverage, breathtaking rooftop views, and an energetic social atmosphere.

This is an opportunity for a polished hospitality leader who understands that luxury dining is about far more than service. it is about creating an experience guests remember.

THE CONCEPT

Set against the backdrop of Camelback Mountain, this destination restaurant brings a vibrant Mediterranean experience to life through beautifully presented mezze, house-made pastas, bold shareable plates, an elevated cocktail program, an extensive rosé collection, stunning indoor and patio spaces, and an energetic DJ-driven atmosphere.

The restaurant operates dinner daily along with weekend brunch and attracts a sophisticated mix of local guests, travelers, hotel guests, and destination diners.

THE ROLE

The Restaurant Manager will be a highly visible leader responsible for driving exceptional daily operations while developing a talented hospitality team and protecting the elevated standards of the concept.

This leader will work closely with culinary and hospitality leadership to ensure every aspect of the guest experience from reservations and arrival through service and departure is executed with consistency, energy, and attention to detail.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead daily front-of-house restaurant operations
• Develop, coach, mentor, and retain a high-performing hospitality team
• Create an elevated, personalized guest experience
• Maintain exceptional service standards and operational consistency
• Partner with culinary leadership to ensure seamless food and beverage execution
• Support the development and execution of menus, wine, cocktails, entertainment, and service standards
• Oversee reservations, seating strategy, guest flow, private events, and special functions
• Monitor labor, inventory, cost controls, and restaurant financial performance
• Help drive sales, profitability, guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency
• Build strong relationships with guests, members, vendors, and team members
• Handle guest recovery with professionalism and sound judgment
• Ensure compliance with company standards and applicable regulations
• Contribute to the continued evolution and growth of the restaurant concept

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 5 years of progressive restaurant management experience
• Luxury, upscale, fine dining, high-volume, or destination restaurant experience
• Luxury hotel restaurant experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated success leading and developing hospitality teams
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations and financial performance
• Exceptional attention to detail and service standards
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Confident presence in a sophisticated, high-energy environment
• Passion for food, beverage, hospitality, and guest experiences
• Ability to remain composed and solutions-oriented during high-volume service
• A genuine desire to develop people and build a strong hospitality culture

IDEAL BACKGROUND

We are especially interested in Restaurant Managers, Assistant General Managers, General Managers, and luxury hospitality leaders coming from:

• Fine dining restaurants
• Luxury hotels and resorts
• Upscale Mediterranean or globally inspired concepts
• High-volume destination restaurants
• Rooftop or experiential dining
• Michelin-recognized or award-winning hospitality environments
• Premium restaurant groups

WHY JOIN

• $90,000–$100,000 base salary
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• Retirement savings program with company match
• Paid time off
• Luxury hospitality environment
• High-profile dining destination
• Opportunity for career growth within an expanding hospitality organization
• Work alongside talented culinary and hospitality professionals

THE RIGHT LEADER

This opportunity is designed for someone who sees hospitality as both an art and a business.

You should be equally comfortable leading a busy dining room, developing managers and hourly team members, analyzing operational performance, resolving a complex guest situation, and ensuring that every detail reflects the standards of a luxury experience.

If you are an experienced hospitality leader looking for a sophisticated, high-energy environment where your leadership can directly influence the guest experience and continued growth of the restaurant, we would like to hear from you.

LOCATION

Phoenix, AZ

Candidates located within approximately 20–45 minutes of the restaurant are strongly preferred.

The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed.