Restaurant Manager - Forbici Modern Italian

Next Level Brands is currently hiring a RESTAURANT MANAGER to join our team at Forbici Modern Italian in St. Petersburg, FL.

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Rooted in a culture of genuine hospitality, Forbici elevates traditional Italian flavors with a modern twist, featuring house-made pastas, pizzas, and expertly crafted cocktails. Our commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients and exceptional service has positioned Forbici as a leader in upscale casual dining.
Opened this summer, Forbici St. Pete brings the vibrant energy of our flagship Hyde Park location to the newly renovated Sundial. This prime destination offers high visibility, a steady mix of locals and tourists, and a thriving dining scene eager for elevated yet approachable experiences. Featuring a spacious bar, lively dining room, outdoor patio, and private dining space, the new Forbici promises a setting where great food, great people, and great leadership come together.
If you’re a passionate, experienced leader ready to help shape the next chapter of Forbici’s growth, we’d love to meet you.
Job SummaryThe Restaurant Manager supports restaurant operational objections and provides leadership support to the General Manager. The manager is responsible to ensuring seamless operations and great experiences, from our team to our food, to our guests. Day-to-day responsibilities including proper food handling, responsible alcohol service standards and ensuring cleanliness, as well as interacting with guests, problem-solving, and coaching Team Members. This position will oversee the bar area.
Qualifications and Requirements2-3 years’ experience in a management position at a full-service upscale restaurant.Experience as a bar manager in a high volume, upscale restaurant.Strong communication skills. Written and verbal (1:1 and in a group setting).Able to understand, speak and follow written and verbal instruction in EnglishAbility to demonstrate discretion and leadership in complex employee relations matters.The ability to stay positive and calm under pressure.A strong work ethic and a desire to learn and grow.A professional understanding of classic cookery, wine, beer, and cocktails.Strong computer skills. Experience with Microsoft Office, events/catering software, timekeeping/scheduling systems and point-of-sale (POS) systems.Must be able to obtain food safety and responsible alcohol service certificationsFlexible and dependable to work full-time day or night shifts, weekends and holidays, up to 50 a week.
Physical RequirementsAbility to balance and carry trays, multiple plates, glass racks and or/glassesMust have sufficient mobility to perform assigned tasks including constant reaching, bending, stooping, wiping, pushing, and pulling for extended periods of timeMust have the ability to lift, push, pull approximately 25lbs.Must be able to stand and/or walk for up to 10 hours during a single shift, while possibly navigating ramps, stairs, and elevators.
What We Offer:Health, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife InsuranceSick daysPaid time offClosed Thanksgiving and Christmas daysFlexible ScheduleGrowth PotentialComplimentary Shift MealsDining Discount Programs
Next Level Brands is an Equal Opportunity employer. xzbcwsv All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.