Restaurant Manager
Location: French Lick, IN
Salary: $65,000 – $75,000
Schedule: Primarily Noon–Close (Dinner Service) | Flexible | Open 365 Days (Weekend Availability Required as Needed)
About the Role
Our client, a hotel and water park destination in French Lick, IN, is seeking a hands-on Restaurant Manager to fully own daily restaurant operations. This is not a sit-in-the-office leadership role — this person will lead from the front, jump on the line when needed, and ensure a seamless guest experience from lunch through dinner service.
The Restaurant Manager will oversee a team of 20+ employees and maintain full operational control of staffing, food quality, financial performance, and customer satisfaction. This role offers autonomy and accountability — you run the restaurant like it’s yours.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of 20+ restaurant employees
Work hands-on on the cooking line as needed during peak hours
Oversee daily operations from prep through dinner service
Manage payroll, scheduling, and timekeeping
Control food cost, labor cost, and operational expenses
Order supplies, manage vendor relationships, and monitor inventory
Ensure quality standards, cleanliness, and food safety compliance
Drive guest satisfaction in a high-traffic hotel/water park environment
Maintain staffing levels and performance accountability
Operate effectively in a 365-day business with rotating weekend coverage
Qualifications / Requirements
3+ years of restaurant management experience
Proven ability to lead teams of 20+ employees
Willingness to cook on the line and lead from the front
Strong knowledge of food cost, labor cost, and inventory control
Experience with payroll systems and employee timekeeping
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed
Strong leadership presence with high accountability standards
Experience in hotel, resort, or high-volume environments preferred
This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants real operational ownership — not micromanagement, not layers of approval — just the responsibility to run it right.