Restaurant Manager

¡VIVA! is a concept by Chef Ray Garcia and in partnership with Las Vegas Restaurateurs, Oliver Wharton and Peter Carrillo, located in Resorts World Las Vegas! The restaurant brings Chef Ray’s passion for executing Mexican cuisine at the highest level in a fun and lively environment at the most iconic casino property to open on the strip in over a decade. Now all we need is YOU!

Being part of Team ¡VIVA! will provide you with an opportunity to work in an environment where you will be a part of the culture. Competitive wages and benefits packages with tremendous growth potential are just the beginning of the perks of being on this team. Come "Viva La Vida” with us.

Core Job Responsibilities: 

The Restaurant Manager is responsible for leading, educating, motivating and energizing the team to provide a world class dining experience. This role will ensure food and drink quality, while maintaining daily presentation of the restaurant.  

Primary Job Duties: – Includes, but is not limited to:

• Administer all aspects of personnel to restaurant team members. 
• Interact with customers and guests to receive feedback on their service.
• Provide ongoing education to team members on industry trends and service etiquettes. 
• Ensure sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhere to all health code regulations and standards.
• Increase restaurant revenue through marketing strategies, networking and team member engagement.  
• Maintain inventory levels for food, supplies and equipment.
• Manage budgeted revenue, cost of sales (COS), labor, supplies and operating cash flow (OCF).
• Audit monthly profit and loss statement and act on all variances. 
• Promote responsible alcohol sales and service and ensure compliance with local alcohol service regulations.
• Assist with restaurant opening and closing responsibilities, when needed. 
• Escalate critical issues to General Manager or Director of Restaurants.
• Ensure all ¡VIVA! core values and property and department standards are implemented and applied.
• Obtain and maintain position-specific licensing. 
• Use personal device/ cellular phone for job related operational tasks, job duties, review company documents, etc.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

Required:

• At least five years of experience working in a Restaurant in a similar or related environment.
• At least three years of Restaurant management experience in a similar or related environment. 
• Working knowledge of general restaurant operations. 
• Proficient in restaurant financial management.
• Working knowledge of restaurant management software system(s). 
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.
• Polished appearance and demeanor.
• Excellent customer services skills.
• Ability to obtain & maintain full knowledge and understanding of company and department rules and regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to successfully lead and mentor a team.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• At least 21 years of age.

Preferred:

• Previous experience working in a large, luxury resort setting.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.