Restaurant Manager Convivo Restaurant @ Santa Barbara Inn

Convivo Restaurant and Bar is currently seeking an experienced full-time manager. The ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service as well as strong leadership skills. They will embody teamwork, positive energy, and professionalism.

Convivo is a seasonal Nomad Italian restaurant created by famed restaurateur Larry Mindel and Chef/Owner Peter McNee, located in the Four Diamond Santa Barbara Inn directly across from East Beach with beautiful ocean views. We were included in the Top 52 Place to visit by the New York Times and have become one of the top dining destinations in Santa Barbara.

Specific Experience/Requirements:

Minimum 1 - 2 years of experience in restaurant management

Strong knowledge of Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, wine, beer and spirits

Dedicated leader with strong attention to detail & commitment to service excellence

Experience coaching and developing a team of hardworking FOH staff by being present and available to staff and guests

Understanding of inventory, labor and cost controls

Knowledge of cash handling controls

Experience with scheduling and product ordering

Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate directly, professionally, and respectfully

Proficient knowledge of IT used in restaurants including Toast POS, OpenTable, 7Shifts and Microsoft Office programs

Team player who can support management in developing a thoughtful and caring staff

Passionate about local and sustainable business practices & developing purveyor relationships

Experience resolving conflicts rapidly with professionalism and fairness

Must have schedule flexibility, weekend and Holiday availability, be able work on your feet for long periods of time, be able to lift items up to 50 lbs.

Compensation and benefits

$65,000 - $70,000 base salary depending upon experience

Performance-based bonuses

Health insurance

Shift meals

Paid vacation

Hotel discounts

Opportunity for advancement

To apply, you must have:

Upscale high-volume restaurant experience, Italian restaurant experience preferred

Strong references

Career progression

Hospitality-focused track record

A passion for Italian food

The ideal candidate has:

Minimum of 1 year of experience as a full-service restaurant Manager

Familiarity with product ordering, scheduling and P&L responsibility

Strong organizational skills

Excellent leadership skills

Proficiency in English and Spanish

Good computer skills

Familiarity with Back Office (RASI) restaurant accounting platforms