Restaurant Manager

  • Avli - Lakeshore East
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details

Avli is looking for a highly capable Restaurant Manager for our Lakeshore East location!

Avli Restaurants are creative Greek, where tradition meets contemporary elegance and guests experience our core philosophies of Philoxenia (hospitality), Kefi (joy), and Meraki (passion).

We welcome you in to live and enjoy life through our classic and contemporary Greek dishes, lively beverage program, and an ambiance that reflects life in Greece.

Our ideal candidate will have the following skills:

Positive attitude

Team leadership

Toast POS, 7-Shifts Scheduling, Google Workspace, OpenTable Reservation System

Professional communication and presentation

Inventory control

Profit and Loss statement understanding

Job Duties:

Bar and Front of House Management

- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the bar and floor, ensuring smooth and efficient service

- Adhere to company standards to increase sales and minimize beverage and labor costs

- Ensure that all staff demonstrate technical skills. Correct, coach, and counsel where necessary.

- Manage and train staff, including bartenders and servers

- Maintain strong bar and floor presence during service, embody the Avli Philosophy of a working manager connecting and interacting with guests

- Assist with weekly unit agenda meeting, daily pre-shift meetings, and maintain an open line of communication with fellow managers and company leadership

- Address guest concerns with punctuality, hospitality, and professionalism

Management Administration

- Assist with location inventory each month and at other requested intervals

- Maintain payroll tipsheet entry and nightly timesheet audits as necessary

- Assist with general supply and bar ordering

- Maintain detailed employee files, hiring and I9 verification, documented corrective actions per company procedures

- Execute closing procedures: handling money handling, end of day reports, maintaining detailed logs and shift notes, securing the facility

- Monitor staff action to ensure that staff is in compliance with all health & safety laws and regulations

- Monitor all areas of the restaurant on an ongoing basis and take appropriate steps to ensure facilities meet standards, coordinate repairs where necessary

General:

- Ability to lift ~30lbs

Job Schedule:

Must be available to work various hours, days, and shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the role.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($70,000.00 - $75,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits

Required Skills

Positive Attitude

Customer Service Orientation

Ability to Manage and Oversee Operations

Conflict Resolution

Team Leadership

Coaching and Mentoring

Strong Customer Service Skills

Operational Management

Toast POS

Coaching and Mentoring Abilities

Time Management

7 shifts scheduling

Team Collaboration

Conflict Resolution skills

Google Workspace

Problem Solving

Ability to Multitask

Attention to Detail

Health and Safety Compliance

Tock Reservation System

Effective Communication

Time Management Skills

Staff Training and Development

Adaptability to Changing Environments

Leadership Under Pressure

Professional Communication and Presentation

Organizational Skills

Financial Acumen

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Inventory Control

Strong Leadership Qualities

Strong Organizational Skills

Profit and Loss Statement Understanding

Ability to Maintain a Positive Work Environment

Knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations

Ability to Adapt to Changing Situations

Effective team collaboration

Strong Leadership Presence

Ability to Handle Financial Transactions

Capacity for Multitasking

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Gallery The Dining Room The Chef's Table On the Park Rooftop Dining
Job ID: 522961803
Originally Posted on: 5/30/2026

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