Manager Westlake Restaurant Management - The Melting Pot Nashville

RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT POSITION:COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Negotiable Base Salary + Quarterly Incentives and Bonus Program 401K Retirement Plan Health Benefits Paid Vacation Trade Program Tickets to local sporting and theater events. Upscale, Unpretentious, High Volume Stable Restaurants Strong Management Teams In Place Growth Opportunities Reasonable Work Schedule - Positive EnvironmentWHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Generally we want folks who are; Happy, Enjoy Helping Other People, Trainable and Thinking Problem Solvers. The kind of people you would also like to work with. Must be able to follow food safety standards Must be able and willing to lead by example - with detail orientation. Proven work history and career progression with some supervision an advantage The positions requires teamwork, ability to read directions and manuals, require extensive use of computer systemsJOB DESCRIPTION A Melting Pot Manager will perform a variety of different functions throughout the work day. The working environment is dynamic and challenging and requires creative and critical thinking individual. Each manager is assigned an area of responsibility as well as daily dining room management responsibilities. A quality manager will always be coaching - providing feedback for constant staff learning and verification of knowledge and skills. Dining Room ManagementInsure each guest enjoys a "Perfect Night Out"Be a clientele builderCoordinate the service of the servers, server assistants and bussersSolve service problemsOpening and Closing Shift Responsibilities These shifts are rotated among managers and Key Employees.OPENING SHIFTSInsure proper staffingCoordinate w/kitchen to insure proper prep and staffingDaily reservations managementConduct daily training meetingDaily bookkeepingDaily receivingCLOSING SHIFTSPerform all server checkoutsManage cash and depositsReconcile daily accounting and gift cardsAssign and inspect closing workSpecialty Area Responsibilities Each manager is assigned a specific focus area. This insures detailed attention in critical areas. These responsibilities are expanded or changed to insure cross training and your career development. Some Examples:Wine & Spirits ManagerSmall wares & MaintenanceReservations and SalesPayroll and AccountingTraining and SchedulingFacility MaintenancePurchasing, Receiving and InventoryMenu and POS managementMarketing Assistance - website maintenance, loyalty club communications, promotion planning and executionSpecial Project Assignments WORK SCHEDULE 5 day work week average 45 - 48 hours 2 days off in a row EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS 2 year college or equivalent restaurant experience preferred. Language/Computer Skills Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate in English, proficiency in Spanish as secondary/primary language is encouraged. Must have the ability to write, analyze, and evaluate various reports, manuals, and internal and external business correspondence. Must be proficient in Microsoft Windows with Knowledge of Excel, MS Word and email. Must have the ability to present information in an organized, accurate, clear, and concise format. Management Experience preferred but not required Restaurant Experience is required -- Full serviceFine wine & spirits knowledge helpful Computer literacy required Excel, Word, accounting software and POS experience is helpful High Energy, Positive outlook,Non-fraternizing maturity and a good sense of Humor WHO WE ARE: The Melting Pot is more than a restaurant, it is a movement of incredibly talented people who provide our guests a chance to escape, create memories and pursue their dreams. The Melting Pot has been owned and operated by the same family for 24 years. They own Melting Pot Restaurants in Texas, Arizona, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. They also own and operate the Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse in Nashville. Each of their restaurants has an operating partner who has risen through the ranks to own part of the restaurant.The four course fondue dining experience offers guests a chance to experience "The Fondue Effect". The guest and working environment is up scale, casual and fun. High quality, entertaining service is critical to the continued success of the restaurant. The per person average for our dinner only concept is $45. The Melting Pot of Nashville has been voted best restaurant in Nashville and has won Most Romantic Restaurant in Nashville more then ten times. 

REQUIREMENTS and DESCRIPTION 
*Minimum of 2 years in the restaurant business (not fast food) with at least 1year in a supervisory position. 
*Self-motivated with a strong work ethic. 
*Understanding of Wine and Spirits products and sales. 
* Verification of previous employment, references and background check will be conducted. 
* This position requires extensive use of a variety of computer programs
* Must be able work for extended hours on your feet and lift 50lbs

TN ABC Card Required, Serve Safe Certification Reqired (May be obtained after hire)