Restaurant Manager

Sand Hollow Resort is a premier destination to Escape. Play. Discover. Relax. One of Southern Utah’s top-ranked golf destinations, our golf course is ranked in the top 50 out of the 100 top resort golf courses. The resort encompasses over 180 units ranging from one (1) to six (6) bedrooms for guests to relax in during their stay. Dine in our picturesque restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the gorgeous Southern Utah mountain ranges, ending your evening with a concert underneath the stars in our gorgeous Rock Bowl.

We recruit team members with a proven ability to deliver high-quality service and foster a positive environment. If you have a strong work ethic and enjoy making a difference every day, we would love to have you join us! We are seeking a culinary-experienced Restaurant Manager to join our team at The Grille at Sand Hollow Resort
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The Restaurant Manager is responsible for the daily operation of a full-service restaurant, bar, and patio at a busy public golf course and resort. This role focuses on delivering excellent guest service to both golfers and non-golfing guests, driving revenue, and leading a high-performing front-of-house team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the entire restaurant (FoH and BoH), bar, patio, catering & events, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and friendly service to staff and guests.
• Hire, onboard/offboard, train, schedule, and supervise servers, bartenders, cooks, hosts, bussers, and all FoH and BoH support staff, including catering and events.
• Maintain a strong presence on the floor, engaging with guests, handling issues, and supporting staff during peak times.
• Partner with the Food & Beverage Operations Manager and Executive Chef on menu execution, food quality, timing, and presentation.
• Working with the Executive Chef, place orders, and perform monthly inventories.
• Ensure compliance with all health department, food safety, and liquor laws and their regulations.
• Monitor labor, food, and beverage costs; review daily/weekly sales reports and adjust staffing and operations to meet financial targets.
• Coordinate with the Golf and Vacation Rentals teams on tournaments, leagues, and outings to plan food and beverage service before, during, and after play.
• Oversee catering and events, ensuring a flawless execution for staff and guests.
• Support special events, i.e., holiday dinners, theme nights, live music, and community events to attract both golfers and guests.
• Oversee cash handling, POS functions, daily reporting, and basic financial controls.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and safety in all restaurant and kitchen areas.
• Implement and uphold service standards, side work checklists, and opening/closing procedures.
• Respond to guest feedback and complaints promptly and professionally, turning situations into positive experiences.
• Work with marketing to promote the restaurant, daily specials, and events through social media, email lists, and signage.

• Three (3) to five (5) years of restaurant management or supervisory experience; high-volume or casual dining experience preferred.
• Demonstrate decisive, timely leadership in all matters.
• Experience in a golf course, resort, or similar indoor/outdoor hospitality environment is a plus, but not required.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to recruit, train, motivate, and hold staff accountable.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Solid understanding of restaurant financials, labor management, and cost control.
• Comfortable working with POS systems and basic computer applications (email, spreadsheets, Toast, Xtra Chef).
• Current Food Handler/Manager and Alcohol Server certifications as required by state and local laws.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early morning, evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during the busy seasons.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.

TYPE
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Full-time Salaried Position

PAY
:$90k - $130k, DOE

BENEFITS
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Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO

DISCOUNTS
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Golf, Food and Beverage, and Certain Events