Front of House Manager

Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details

Vine Hospitality is a premier multi-unit fine dining restaurant group with a reputation for culinary excellence. Our restaurants operate under multiple partnership structures, supported by a centralized corporate entity providing shared services, including HR, operations, finance, marketing, and IT. Vine Hospitality owns and operates the Left Bank, Petite Left Bank, LB Steak, Camper, Meso Modern Mediterranean, and Rollati Ristorante family of restaurants located in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Our Mission: Serving with Love - bringing the highest quality food to our guests by providing support and coaching for the BOH team on Food & Beverage standards, policies, procedures, and systems that will ensure consistency in delivering high-quality products.

We are actively looking for a Front of the House manager at Meso in San Jose Santana Row.

Are you an experienced leader passionate about fine dining, exceptional guest experiences, and operational excellence? Meso seeks a dynamic FOH Manager to oversee daily operations, inspire a talented team, and drive the restaurant's success.

What Were Looking For

The ideal candidate embodies the values and atmosphere, blending sophistication with a relaxed, welcoming vibe. San Jose diners expect exceptional quality and service, and were looking for a FOH Manager who can consistently deliver on those expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all front-of-house operations, ensuring seamless and elevated guest experiences.
• Lead, train, and motivate the FOH team to uphold exceptional service standards.
• Manage daily floor operations, including table assignments, reservations, and guest flow.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with guests, fostering loyalty and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the kitchen to ensure smooth communication and service.
• Monitor staff performance, conduct regular training sessions, and address any service-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and cleanliness standards.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Front of House leadership role, preferably in a fine dining restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of upscale dining service standards, wine pairing, and menu presentation.
• Experience managing guest reservations and familiarity with reservation platforms like OpenTable.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and retain a high-performing FOH team.
• Outstanding communication and guest relations skills, with the ability to handle feedback professionally.
• Maintaining a polished appearance and adhering to business casual attire is essential.
• Calm and effective under pressure, especially during peak service times.

Leadership & People Skills

• Lead by example, setting the tone for professionalism, hospitality, and teamwork.
• Conduct regular team meetings, training, and performance evaluations to maintain high standards.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that prioritizes both guest and team satisfaction.

Operational Expertise

• Work closely with the General Manager to achieve operational goals and maintain the restaurant's overall success.
• Assist in managing FOH scheduling, inventory, and staff development plans.
• Address and resolve any guest concerns to ensure every visit exceeds expectations.

Why Join Us?

We offer a competitive salary, benefits and opportunities for growth in a vibrant, fast-paced environment. We'd love to hear from you if youre ready to bring your expertise and passion for fine dining to a standout establishment .

Apply today and help us create memorable dining experiences that keep guests returning!

Why join the Vine Hospitality team? We offer:

• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), allowing you to balance work and personal time effectively
• Company-sponsored health and welfare plans as of the first of the month after successful completion of 90 days of employment, which include:
  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-term Disability
• A tax-deferred 401(k) investment saving plan after one year of service

To learn more about our team, please visit our Corporate page to dive deeper into Our Story .

Apply today to join a leading company in the hospitality industry and embrace an incredible opportunity to achieve outstanding success.

We appreciate your time and interest in joining the Vine Hospitality team; we look forward to speaking with you!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workp lace. Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($70,000.00 - $80,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Guest Experience Enhancement

Conflict Resolution

Training and Development

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Customer Service Orientation

Strategic Planning

Performance Evaluation

Collaboration

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