FAQs
What are the primary responsibilities of the Operating Partner?
The primary responsibilities include overseeing all restaurant operations, ensuring excellent guest service, managing staffing needs, controlling profit and loss, and enforcing compliance with company policies and laws.
What qualifications are required for this position?
A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, along with a minimum of 3 years of experience as a salaried manager in full-service casual dining, is required.
Is experience with alcohol-serving facilities necessary?
Experience with full-service alcohol-serving facilities is desirable but not mandatory.
What does the job entail in terms of financial management?
The position requires working with the area supervisor to develop an annual operating budget, monitoring all profit and loss centers, and ensuring timely completion of financial and personnel/payroll-related administrative duties.
How important is guest satisfaction in this role?
Guest satisfaction is a top priority; the Operating Partner must ensure that service meets or exceeds expectations and aims to maintain high standards of food quality and cleanliness.
What is expected in terms of staffing and employee management?
The Operating Partner will be responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, and disciplinary actions of employees, as well as planning and directing their work and appraising their performance.
How do you measure sales success in this role?
Success is measured through metrics such as table turnover, sales per guest, and sales per hour, along with meeting the restaurant's P&L and expense goals.
What is the work environment like for this position?
The work environment is fast-paced and requires maintaining a warm, fun, and hospitable atmosphere while enforcing safe work behaviors for both guests and staff.
Will the Operating Partner be involved in promotional activities?
Yes, the Operating Partner will promote suggestive selling techniques as part of their responsibilities.
What is the location of this job?
This position is located in West Palm Beach, FL.