Restaurant Manager -

Location: Temecula CA

Compensation

$72,000 to $80,000 annually depending on experience plus full benefits package

About the Opportunity

A well regarded restaurant in Temecula wine country is seeking a Restaurant Manager to support daily operations and lead front of house teams. This is a hands on leadership role focused on guest experience, service execution, scheduling, and administrative oversight in a refined, service driven environment surrounded by vineyards.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced hospitality professional who values teamwork, guest satisfaction, and team development while operating in an upscale setting.

Schedule

Full time

Wednesday through Sunday

Must be available on weekends and holidays

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer match

Life insurance and hospital confinement plan

Pet insurance

3 weeks paid time off

2 paid holidays Thanksgiving and Christmas

6 floating holidays

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Guest Service

Lead front of house service during peak periods to ensure excellent guest experiences

Support recruiting, onboarding, and training of front of house team members

Monitor food and beverage quality in coordination with culinary leadership

Ensure smooth table service and active guest engagement

Handle guest concerns and resolve issues professionally

Enforce proper cash handling and nightly reporting procedures

Operations and Compliance

Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and staff compliance

Ensure accurate scheduling and timekeeping

Manage side work assignments, opening and closing procedures, and associate breaks

Oversee purchase orders, inventory counts, tip sheets, and end of day reporting

Administrative Duties

Utilize reporting tools for payroll, labor, and sales tracking

Assist with compiling and submitting reports to management and Human Resources

Work with Excel, POS systems such as Toast or Aloha, OpenTable, and related platforms

Maintain up to date staff schedules and performance documentation

Preferred Qualifications

3 or more years of restaurant or hospitality leadership experience

Experience in fine dining or upscale casual environments

Working knowledge of wine, beverage service, and hospitality standards

Ability to lead, coach, and motivate a diverse front of house team

Strong decision making, organization, and multitasking skills

Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds

Valid Riverside County food handler and alcohol certification or ability to obtain

Ideal Candidate Profile

You may be a strong fit if you are

Guest focused and team oriented

Comfortable balancing service leadership with administrative responsibilities

Skilled in conflict resolution and associate development

Professional, organized, and calm under pressure