Emish Restaurant is a Ukrainian and European restaurant located in Federal Way, WA. We are looking for an experienced and responsible Restaurant Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations, lead our team, and help ensure an excellent experience for both our guests and employees.The ideal candidate is a strong leader with restaurant management experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage a busy restaurant environment while maintaining high standards of service, cleanliness, food quality, and employee performance.What You'll DoOversee daily restaurant operations and ensure smooth serviceLead, supervise, and support restaurant employeesManage front-of-house and coordinate with kitchen managementAssign daily tasks and ensure employees understand their responsibilitiesMonitor employee performance, attendance, punctuality, and compliance with company policiesTrain and onboard new employeesProvide coaching and feedback to employees when neededHelp create and maintain employee schedules based on business needsEnsure appropriate staffing levels during busy and slow periodsHandle customer questions, concerns, and complaints professionallyResolve customer service issues and follow up when necessaryMaintain high standards of customer service and hospitalityMonitor restaurant cleanliness, organization, and overall appearanceEnsure employees follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety proceduresMonitor food and supply levels and communicate ordering needs to managementHelp reduce food waste and unnecessary operating expensesMonitor cash handling and ensure proper register and payment procedures are followedAssist with opening and closing proceduresMonitor daily restaurant operations and address problems as they ariseCommunicate operational issues and employee concerns to restaurant ownership/managementWork closely with the Head Chef and kitchen leadership to ensure efficient serviceHelp implement and maintain company policies and proceduresLead by example and maintain a professional, respectful, and positive work environmentWork Schedule: Full-time; schedule will be discussed during the interview. Weekend and holiday availability is required. The Restaurant Manager must be flexible and available to work different shifts based on restaurant business needs.Pay & Compensation: $50,000 - 65,000 a year (Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications)Benefits:We offer competitive employee benefits including paid sick leave (1 hour per 40 hours worked), 5 paid holidays.Required QualificationsSignificant professional experience in restaurant management, assistant management, or a similar leadership positionFluent in both Ukrainian and English (nice to have but not required)Proven experience supervising and managing restaurant employeesStrong customer service and communication skillsAbility to effectively handle customer complaints and difficult situationsExperience with employee scheduling and staffingStrong organizational and time-management skillsAbility to prioritize tasks and make decisions in a fast-paced environmentExperience with cash handling and restaurant operational proceduresKnowledge of food safety and sanitation standardsAbility to train, coach, and motivate employeesAbility to hold employees accountable for following company policies and proceduresStrong problem-solving skillsAbility to remain calm and professional under pressureAbility to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidaysReliable, punctual, professional, and responsiblePreferred QualificationsExperience managing a restaurantExperience managing both front-of-house and back-of-house operationsExperience with POS systems and restaurant management softwareExperience with inventory, ordering, and cost controlExperience handling employee relations and workplace conflictsExperience with staff scheduling and labor management