Description
About Nami:
Located in the heart of Lake Nona’s vibrant Town Center, Nami is a modern Japanese concept that blends traditional technique with innovative execution. With a stylish, immersive atmosphere and an ingredient-driven menu rooted in Japanese culinary heritage, Nami invites guests on a sensory journey that celebrates artistry and precision. As part of the Tavistock Restaurant Collection, Nami reflects our commitment to excellence, hospitality, and culinary storytelling.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a dynamic and service-driven Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team at Nami. The ideal candidate will be passionate about hospitality, have a sharp eye for operational detail, and inspire high-performing teams. You will lead daily operations and help cultivate an environment that embodies modern elegance, warmth, and unmatched guest experience.
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee front-of-house operations, ensuring seamless service execution and adherence to brand standards
- Support recruitment, training, and mentorship of hourly staff to uphold a culture of excellence
- Collaborate with the General Manager and culinary leadership to manage scheduling, labor, and service flow
- Lead pre-shift meetings, service recovery, and team accountability
- Maintain guest satisfaction scores and proactively resolve service issues
- Assist in inventory, ordering, and compliance with health and safety regulations
- Foster relationships with regular guests and local partners to drive loyalty and community engagement
Why Join Us:
- Be part of an innovative and design-forward culinary concept
- Join a growing collection of award-winning restaurants across the Tavistock portfolio
- Competitive salary + performance-based bonus opportunities
- Health, dental, vision insurance and paid time off
- Employee dining privileges and ongoing leadership development
Requirements
What We’re Looking For:
- 2+ years of leadership experience in upscale or fine dining environments
- Strong understanding of hospitality service standards and team leadership
- Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to stay calm under pressure and lead by example
- Familiarity with POS systems, scheduling software, and restaurant financials
- A genuine passion for food, beverage, and the guest experience
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Skills Required
- 2+ years of leadership experience in upscale or fine dining environments
- Strong understanding of hospitality service standards and team leadership
- Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to stay calm under pressure and lead by example
- Familiarity with POS systems, scheduling software, and restaurant financials
- Passion for food, beverage, and the guest experience
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
What We Do
Tavistock Restaurant Collection is a family of upscale dining brands focused on true hospitality, leading in hospitality excellence nationwide.
