Summary- The 1917 Wine Bar & Bistro in Los Angeles is hiring a Closing Restaurant Manager to lead evening shifts and run the restaurant through close. The role covers supervising staff, guest service, cash handling and end-of-night reporting, and leaves the restaurant ready for the next day.

• Run daily floor operations, check in with guests at their tables and support staff during service.
• Schedule staff to match business needs, including break coverage.
• Open and close the restaurant, including cash-outs and end-of-day reports.
• Track employee hours and keep payroll records.
• Manage inventory and order supplies.
• Train new staff and hold quarterly trainings on the menu, wine list and service standards.
• Coach the team on service standards and lead by example.
• Handle onboarding, performance management and staff development.
• Share company updates and initiatives with the team.
• Work with upper management on service goals and team development.
• Plan and run events and wine tastings with the wine shop and events team.
• Solve problems quickly while following company policies and county regulations.
• Help with FOH administrative tasks as needed.
• Hold yourself and the team accountable to our hospitality standards and company values.

Qualifications-

• At least 3 years of experience managing full-service restaurants.
• Strong knowledge of wine, spirits and cocktails. WSET, CSS or similar certification preferred.
• Hospitality or management degree preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with BOH standards and operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Micros/Oracle POS.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment while keeping guests the focus.
• Gives clear feedback and follows up consistently.
• Builds strong working relationships with staff and colleagues at all levels.
• Adaptable, takes direction well and is comfortable with change.
• Uses good judgment in difficult situations and solves problems independently.
• Eager to learn and grow.
• Manager-level ServSafe certification and knowledge of LA County Health Department food service codes.
• Valid RBS/ABC certification.
• Spanish or Italian speaking a plus.
• Professional appearance.

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