Job Title:
Restaurant Manager
Company: Crescent City Recruitment Group
Location: French Lick, IN
Created: 2026-03-10
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Restaurant ManagerLocation: French Lick, IN Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 Schedule: Primarily Noon-Close (Dinner Service) | Flexible | Open 365 Days (Weekend Availability Required as Needed) About the Role Our client, a hotel and water park destination in French Lick, IN, is seeking a hands-on Restaurant Manager to fully own daily restaurant operations. This is not a sit-in-the-office leadership role - this person will lead from the front, jump on the line when needed, and ensure a seamless guest experience from lunch through dinner service. The Restaurant Manager will oversee a team of 20+ employees and maintain full operational control of staffing, food quality, financial performance, and customer satisfaction. This role offers autonomy and accountability - you run the restaurant like it's yours. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of 20+ restaurant employees Work hands-on on the cooking line as needed during peak hours Oversee daily operations from prep through dinner service Manage payroll, scheduling, and timekeeping Control food cost, labor cost, and operational expenses Order supplies, manage vendor relationships, and monitor inventory Ensure quality standards, cleanliness, and food safety compliance Drive guest satisfaction in a high-traffic hotel/water park environment Maintain staffing levels and performance accountability Operate effectively in a 365-day business with rotating weekend coverage Qualifications / Requirements 3+ years of restaurant management experience Proven ability to lead teams of 20+ employees Willingness to cook on the line and lead from the front Strong knowledge of food cost, labor cost, and inventory control Experience with payroll systems and employee timekeeping Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed Strong leadership presence with high accountability standards Experience in hotel, resort, or high-volume environments preferred This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants real operational ownership - not micromanagement, not layers of approval - just the responsibility to run it right.