Find & Apply For Restaurant / Food Service Manager Jobs in Grand Coteau, Louisiana

Job Overview We are seeking an energetic and dynamic Cafe Manager to lead our vibrant hospitality team and help develop our night time service! In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, efficient food production, successful bar program and profitable management. Your leadership will inspire staff, uphold food safety standards, and drive the restaurant's success in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a seasoned hospitality professional to make a significant impact while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for guests and team members alike. Experience Required! Duties Lead daily restaurant operations, including managing staff schedules, shift management, and ensuring smooth service flow. Oversee food preparation, cooking, and food handling processes to maintain high quality standards and food safety compliance. Utilize POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for order processing, cash handling, and sales tracking. Control inventory levels through effective inventory management techniques to minimize waste and optimize food costs. Train and develop staff on food service management, customer service excellence, kitchen procedures, and safety protocols. Supervise kitchen activities including food production, catering services, banquet events, and bar operations when applicable. Conduct managerial communication with team members to promote teamwork, resolve issues swiftly, and motivate staff towards shared goals. Analyze profit and loss statements regularly to identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost reduction strategies. Ensure compliance with health regulations by maintaining rigorous food safety standards across all operations. Lead hiring processes including interviewing candidates to build a skilled hospitality team aligned with our service standards. Qualifications Proven experience in quick service & fast food restaurant management or casual dining environments with a strong background in food industry operations. Minimum 3 years of experience as a manage. Demonstrated supervisory experience with team leadership skills in managing hospitality teams effectively. Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS; proficiency in cash handling and basic math skills. Extensive knowledge of food preparation techniques, culinary practices, and kitchen management. Experience in managing food safety programs and implementing health regulations consistently. Strong management skills including budgeting, profit & loss analysis, training & development, and staff supervision. Excellent communication skills necessary for managerial roles including interviewing candidates and team training sessions. Hospitality management experience with a focus on customer service excellence in casual dining or fine dining settings preferred. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and high standards of quality.

Pay:

$15.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid training

Experience:

Management:

3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person