Restaurant Manager – Boca Raton, FL

Upscale, High-Energy, Italian-Inspired Concept

This is more than your typical Restaurant Manager role.

We're helping an established, high-profile hospitality group hire a strong operator and guest-obsessed leader to run a modern Italian-American restaurant in the heart of Boca Raton. This is the kind of spot where regulars feel like VIPs, the wine list gets people talking, and the energy on a Saturday night feels more like a social event than a dinner service.

The role is perfect for a manager who:

• Thinks like an owner, not just a scheduler.
• Knows how to build and lead a service team that performs under pressure—without losing the warmth and polish that makes guests return.
• Balances old-school hospitality with modern systems and analytics.
• Isn’t afraid to own the floor, solve problems in real time, and push both the guest experience and the business forward.

What you’ll be doing:

• Running day-to-day operations in a high-volume, fast-paced dining room with a strong culinary backbone
• Leading, developing, and inspiring a front-of-house team that’s guest-first and execution-focused
• Partnering closely with the kitchen to deliver seamless service and consistent quality
• Keeping a close eye on the numbers—labor, sales, cost of goods, covers, and PPA—and using them to guide decisions
• Handling VIP guests, high standards, and occasional curveballs with grace and authority
• Contributing to local marketing, special events, and service innovation

We’re looking for:

• 3+ years in upscale dining leadership (GM, AGM, or high-level FOH manager)
• Strong presence on the floor—hands-on, confident, and calm under fire
• A background in wine and beverage service (bonus if you know your Barolos from your Brunellos)
• Solid understanding of financials, scheduling, inventory, and compliance
• Passion for hospitality and a commitment to guest satisfaction that never wavers
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Why this role?

This is a chance to be part of something bigger than just another job. You'll be walking into a restaurant with a loyal following, a great reputation, and leadership that actually invests in people. Competitive compensation, growth potential, and the kind of culture that rewards hustle, heart, and results.

Interested?

Let’s talk. Confidential inquiries welcome.