Restaurant Manager
Apply NowWhere Leadership Meets the Birthplace of Aviation
Dayton, Ohiothe city that taught the world to flyis home to a restaurant where ambition takes flight of its own. At Bistecca, we're not simply serving steaks; we're crafting an experience of precision, hospitality, and culinary artistry. We're seeking a leader ready to take the helm of this experience and soar.
This is more than a management positionit's a launchpad. As part of First Hospitality, a Chicago-based company built on innovation since 1985, you'll join an organization that believes in promoting from within and investing in the professionals who drive our success. Dayton's own spirit of inventionthe same ingenuity that gave rise to the Wright Brotherslives on in our kitchens and dining rooms, and we're looking for someone who shares that drive.
What's in It for You
- Insurance enrollment available from day one
- Paid time off available from day one
- Holiday pay available from day one
- 401(k) enrollment after just 30 days
- Hotel and travel discounts at destinations around the globe
- A clear and supported path toward professional advancement
The Role You'll Command
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the restaurant and bar with confidence and polish
- Champion a culture of hospitality, cleanliness, quality, and accuracy among your team
- Train and mentor staff to deliver consistent, elevated service standards
- Achieve budgeted revenue goals in partnership with the Restaurant General Manager
- Manage labor costs through thoughtful, strategic scheduling
- Maintain food and liquor cost targets with precision
- Keep a visible, engaged presence on the floor during peak meal periods
- Conduct brand standard audits to ensure flawless execution
- Take on additional responsibilities as entrusted by hotel leadership
What You Bring to the Table
- Clear, confident communication skillsboth written and verbal
- Comfort analyzing data, budgets, and financial figures
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic accounting principles
- Strong administrative and organizational capabilities
- Prior supervisory experience in a restaurant or bar setting; hotel restaurant experience is a plus
- Some college coursework or advanced training in food operations preferred
- The composure to lead gracefully under pressure
- An unwavering commitment to guest satisfaction
- The physical stamina to stand, walk, and move throughout extended service periods, including occasional lifting up to 30 pounds
About First Hospitality
Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Chicago, First Hospitality is a forward-thinking hotel development, investment, and management company guided by a single conviction: excellence achieved through doing things differently.
We are committed to building a diverse, high-performing workforce where every employee's individuality is respected and valued. Our culture is one of collaboration, flexibility, and fairnessbecause we believe the best hospitality starts with how we treat our own team.
First Hospitality is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.