Hiring Now: Full-Time Restaurant Manager at Food & Thought 2 - Naples, FL
Are you an experienced and passionate leader who thrives in a dynamic environment? Join the Family at Food & Thought 2 as a Restaurant Manager, where you’ll oversee day-to-day operations, foster a positive dining experience, and help lead a team dedicated to organic, healthy living.
Job Title: Restaurant Manager
Location: Food & Thought 2, Naples, FL, Click Here for Map
Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Shift: Flexible scheduling with availability, including weekends and evenings
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead & Manage Daily Operations: Ensure seamless day-to-day management of the restaurant, from staffing to service quality.
- Customer Experience: Uphold high standards of customer service, ensuring each guest has an exceptional dining experience.
- Staff Supervision: Train, mentor, and manage a dedicated team of servers, cooks, and support staff.
- Maintain Restaurant Standards: Oversee cleanliness, organization, and safety in both the front and back of the house.
- Financial Management: Assist in budget management, inventory control, and ensuring the restaurant’s financial health.
- Collaborate with Leadership: Work closely with upper management to implement strategies for growth and operational efficiency.
Who We’re Looking For:
- Experienced Leader: You bring proven experience in restaurant management and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Customer Service Focused: You have a passion for providing excellent customer experiences and lead by example.
- Positive Attitude & Mindfulness: You bring an upbeat, focused, and solution-oriented mindset to the workplace every day.
- Reliability & Strong Work Ethic: You’re dependable, hardworking, and dedicated to maintaining the highest standards.
- Team Player with Initiative: You enjoy working with others, fostering a positive work environment, and driving team success.
- Bilingual Skills: Proficiency in English is required, and Spanish is a plus.
- Safety Standards: Non-slip shoes are required to ensure a safe working environment (please note these are not provided by the company).
- Work Authorization: You must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Reliable Transportation: You need reliable transportation to maintain punctuality and dependability.
What We Offer at Food & Thought 2:
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full health coverage to support your well-being.
- Paid Vacation: Enjoy time off with our paid vacation benefit.
- Pay Based on Experience: Competitive pay tailored to your level of experience and qualifications.
- Discounts: Exclusive employee discounts on meals and fresh, organic groceries.
- Work-Life Balance: A flexible schedule that supports your professional and personal growth.
- Career Growth: Opportunities to advance within a dynamic and mission-driven company, including for upcoming Restaurant Supervisors who are ready to step into a management role.
- Positive Work Environment: A supportive team culture that values positivity, emotional resilience, teamwork, and healthy living.
"There are no strangers here, only friends we have yet to meet." – Frank Oakes, Founding Member
Physical & Additional Requirements:
- Manual Dexterity: Skilled in fine and gross motor tasks.
- Vision: Sharp peripheral and near/far vision accuracy.
- Hearing: Respond swiftly to instructions.
- Lifting/Pushing/Pulling: Able to move objects up to 80 pounds.
- Standing/Walking: For extended periods with a smile on your face.
- Flexibility/Mobility: Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and move with ease.
- Environmental Tolerance: Work comfortably with varying temperatures and cleaning agents.
- Allergy Tolerance: Handle fresh ingredients with care.
- Step-Stool/Ladder Use: Confidently use as needed.
- Physical Balance: Maintain stability during all tasks.
- Communication: Convey clear instructions and foster team harmony.
- Reaching: At all levels—below waist, at waist, and overhead.
How to Apply:
Ready to lead a passionate team and make a meaningful impact at Food & Thought 2? Apply today to become a valued Restaurant Manager and help us create exceptional experiences rooted in organic, healthy living.
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Equal Opportunity Statement: Food & Thought 2 is committed to diversity and inclusivity, providing an equal opportunity environment for all associates. We proudly uphold our status as an equal opportunity employer.
