Restaurant Manager for busy Italian restaurant in Waikiki

2 weeks ago

Honolulu, HI, United States Arancino di Mare Full time
Restaurant Manager - Award-Winning Italian Dining in Honolulu

Join Hawaii's Best Italian Restaurant

Are you passionate about hospitality, leadership, and authentic Italian cuisine?

Arancino Ristorante Italiano, proudly voted "Best Italian Restaurant in Hawaii" by Honolulu Magazine's Hale 'Aina Awards for over a decade, is seeking a talented Restaurant Manager to join our award-winning team in Honolulu.

With three exceptional locations - two in Waikiki and one inside the prestigious Kahala Hotel & Resort - Arancino has been a pillar of Italian culinary excellence in Hawaii since 1996. We combine time-honored Italian traditions with the spirit of aloha, using the finest imported ingredients from Italy alongside fresh, locally sourced products.
What You'll Do
  • Lead daily restaurant operations with a focus on guest satisfaction and team motivation.
  • Uphold and ensure excellence in service, food quality, and ambiance.
  • Resolve guest concerns promptly and turn challenges into positive experiences.
  • Coach, train, and develop team members to reach their full potential.
  • Manage and optimize controllable costs including labor and inventory.
  • Implement strategies for sales growth and operational efficiency.
  • Set the standard by modeling professionalism and Arancino's company values.
  • Collaborate with BOH leadership to ensure seamless service.
What We're Looking For
  • Minimum 2 years of management experience in a high-volume restaurant.
  • Experience in casual-upscale or upscale dining preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven mindset.
  • Familiarity with cost controls, labor management, and guest recovery.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, service-focused environment.
  • Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Why You'll Love Working Here
  • Balanced schedule - 5-day workweek, 10 hours shifts.
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Annual merit-based performance evaluations.
  • Paid parking and uniform/cell phone reimbursement.
  • Paid vacation and sick days with unused time rollover.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and drug coverage.
  • Simple IRA with 3% company match after 1 year of employment.
  • Career growth opportunities within a respected local restaurant group.
At Arancino, we're more than a restaurant - we're a family that takes pride in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests and team members alike. If you're a motivated hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced, service-driven environment, we'd love to meet you.
Work schedule
  • 10 hour shift
  • Weekend availability
  • Holidays
  • Night shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay
  • Bonus pay
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Employee discount
  • Paid training
  • Other

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