Restaurant Manager; Double Eagle Chautauqua Golf Course​/Seasonal

Restaurant Manager (The Double Eagle at the Chautauqua Golf Course)/Seasonal Employment

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Description

The Double Eagle serves players and members of The Chautauqua Golf Club providing snacks, lunch, and a full‑service bar in the air‑conditioned clubhouse, under a covered patio and around the greens on our mobile beverage cart.

About Your Compensation

Compensation starts at $22.00/Hour and, with demonstrated experience and qualifications, candidates may earn up to $26.00/Hour.

About Your Work Day

• Quickly service guests at fast‑paced event bars.
• Track all orders through POS System and report daily sales.
• Track complimentary, unwanted, or lost beverages.
• Know and understand NYS Liquor Laws.
• Oversee front‑of‑house staff and monitor restaurant operations.
• Interact with guests and ensure guest satisfaction is above and beyond.
• Maintain standards of fine dining establishment in a fast‑paced atmosphere.
• Work alongside kitchen staff to ensure quality control of the product.
• Assist management in overall cost‑effectiveness within budget and oversee front‑of‑house staff and monitor restaurant operations.
• Interact with guests and ensure guest satisfaction is above and beyond.
• Conduct training for seasonal staff.
• Responsible for directing employees to keep a clean space and atmosphere.
• All other duties as assigned.

About The Referral Program

Chautauqua Institution’s Referral Bonus Program is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90‑days from the first physical date of work.

In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6‑months, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30‑days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.

About Your Schedule

Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules, full and part‑time, for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre‑season) and beyond season (post‑season) based on business needs and candidate availability. Schedules typically include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as a requirement.

While you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment, you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:
Typically work an eight‑hour shift with a start time that varies from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m.

About Living On The Grounds

No employer‑provided housing is available for this position. Applicants should plan to secure independent housing or reside within a commutable distance.

About Chautauqua Institution

Chautauqua Institution is a not‑for‑profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities.

Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization.

Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience

There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.

Our Commitment to IDEA

Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.

Joining Our Talent Community

Join our talent community online /employment. You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution  and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan .org.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

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