Restaurant Manager

At The Surf Restaurant, we know unforgettable moments are built around incredible food and drink—and we're all in.

We partner with passionate local makers and purveyors to bring you the very best: artisan cheeses, Rhode Island's freshest wild-caught seafood, and perfectly crafted, refreshing libations.

Exceptional ingredients deserve exceptional care, and our unstoppable team rises to the occasion every day—delivering vibrant flavors, warm hospitality, and an experience that goes far beyond the plate.

As the days get warmer and we bring the restaurant back to life after its winter hibernation, we're excited to grow our team in 2026! We're currently looking for a passionate and driven Restaurant Manager to join our incredible FOH family, and help support the team through another celebratory summer.

Leading the team that welcomes, serves, and delights our guests takes more than skill—it takes energy, heart, and hustle.

We're looking for a true host: an exceptional communicator, a hands-on leader, and a tireless worker who thrives on finding creative solutions and making every service unforgettable.

This is a seasonal position with year round potential within the Lark collection for the right candidate.

THE MUSTS:

● Manage all daily operations within budgeted guidelines and to the highest standards
● Preserve excellent levels of internal and external customer service
● Identify customers needs and respond proactively to all of their concerns
● Work with the Executive Chef and Operations Manager to meet targets, schedules, policies and procedures
● Provide a two way communication and nurture an ownership environment with emphasis in motivation
and teamwork
● Comply with all health and safety regulations
● Report to management regarding sales results and productivity
● Maintaining an "on floor" presence in order to support operations and maximize guest experience
● Manage COG, inventories and weekly reporting of sales/expenses
● Any additional tasks assigned by General Managers or other Lark staff

THE BASICS:
● Proven restaurant and bar management experience
● Working knowledge of various computer software programs (Google Drive, restaurant management
software, POS)
● Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
● Mastery in delegating multiple tasks
● Communication and leadership skills
● Up to date with food and beverages trends and best practices
● Ability to manage personnel and meet financial targets
● Guest-oriented and service-minded
● Experience prospecting, planning and executing private events
● Culinary school diploma or degree in food service management or related field
● ServSafe Certified

DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
people assigned to this classification.

They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
duties, and skills required or personnel so classified.

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