General Manager Osteria by Fabio Viviani - Downers Grove, IL, United States - Fabioviviani

Description

**General Manager Osteria by Fabio Viviani**

Full-Time in Downers Grove, IL - Osteria by Fabio Viviani Osteria is a full-service restaurant and craft bar dedicated to offering a bold and fresh perspective on classic Italian food, with a communal, neighborhood appeal.

Nestled in Chicagos Downers Grove, ingredients sourced from regional farms will come together to highlight cuisine from Northern, Central and Southern Italy, that have been perfected by Celebrity Chef Fabio Viviani.

We aspire to uphold our namesake, by being a gracious host that embodies a collective approach. We want each service to be immensely welcoming and for each guest to experience a comforting familiarity within our walls.

If you believe in this idea and vision, its time to help us build the next great experience for our guests.

More about our partner, Fabio Viviani. Fabio was on three seasons of the television competition show Top Chef and won the title of Fan Favorite. When you meet him, you will understand why. He is a celebrity without the celebrity ego. His drive for excellence and true culinary talent make him a celebrated and revered chef.

Position: General Manager

Duties:

Provide quality, and genuine, hospitality in a timely manner

Ensure that guests feel important and welcome in the restaurant

Ensure the excellence of the service and hospitality provided by the entire team

Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results

Ensure effective hiring, training, development, promotion and performance management

Guide all unit departments in upholding the excellence and efficiency of the business operations

Manage all P&L considerations according to budget; verifying all payroll on a per pay period basis

Ensure the business delivers on the brand promise while achieving desired profitability

Develop and implement creative strategies for revenue enhancement and cost containment

Running hands-on shifts during volume periods

Adheres to, and ensures all team-members adhere to, all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures

Base knowledge of spirits, beer, wine, and inventory procedures preferred but not required. Will train as necessary. Willingness and eagerness to learn are required.

Requirements:

Passion for food and beverage, and ensuring an excellent dining experience for all guests.

Energetic and genuine positive attitude while interacting with team-members and all guests

Experience in Restaurant/Hospitality Leadership with a focus in wine and cocktails.

Proficient knowledge of systems and processes in food and beverage cost management

Strong financial acumen

Ability to lead and empower a team

Excellent communicate skills to effectively work and guide the management team and team members as well as speaking with guests

Ability to taste and evaluate food and beverage products

Must be flexible with schedule and able to work different shifts, both lunch and dinner service.

Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 20+ pounds

Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time