Service Manager I

Din Tai Fung

$76K — $101K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience in casual or upscale casual dining.
  • Preferred 1+ years of lead or supervisory experience in a restaurant setting.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift over 20 lbs.
  • Comfortable working in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure consistent, welcoming guest experiences from arrival to service.
  • Train and coach servers and greeters to uphold performance standards.
  • Set performance goals for the team and provide feedback.
  • Collaborate with FOH leadership on upselling and labor cost management.
  • Manage FOH inventory and proactively communicate needs.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay and benefits package.
  • Employer contribution for medical insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
  • Dental, vision, and life insurance included.
  • Access to Health Savings Account (HSA) and commuter spending accounts.
  • 401(k) plan with company match to support retirement savings.
  • Employee assistance program for health and well-being support.
  • Discounts available through BenefitHub and employee meal discounts.
  • Paid time off to encourage work-life balance, accruing based on service length.
  • Paid sick leave for personal health or caregiving needs.
  • Quarterly wellness days for additional time off to recharge and rejuvenate.
  • Opportunities for internal growth and promotion within the company.
Full Job Description
LOCATION: 395 Santa Monica Pl, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA

SALARY RANGE FOR SERVICE MANAGER I: $76,100- $101,800 annual base salary

The base salary or hourly wage range for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. Range is not inclusive of potential bonus or benefits. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range and other factors during the hiring process.

BENEFITS FOR SERVICE MANAGER I:
  • Competitive Pay & Benefits
  • Employer Contribution for individuals and eligible dependents' medical insurance
  • Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Commuter Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) Plan with company match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounts through BenefitHub
  • Employee Meal Discounts
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance (accrued based on length of service)
  • Paid Sick Leave (PSL) to care for your health or loved ones
  • Quarterly Wellness Days - extra time off to recharge every season
  • Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!

JOB PURPOSE:

The Service Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily performance of the greeter and server teams to ensure exceptional guest experiences. They uphold brand standards, maintain service excellence, and foster a positive, professional work environment aligned with our company's mission, values, and service vision

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Ensure greeters and servers deliver a consistent, welcoming guest experience. Maintain brand standards at the door and table, ensuring smooth transitions from arrival to seating to service.
  • Train and coach servers and greeters for performance excellence. Model company values and standards in all interactions.
  • Set clear goals for the greeter and server teams. Monitor performance, deliver feedback, recognize outstanding contributions, and administer corrective actions when necessary.
  • Partner with other FOH leadership to maximize server-driven sales (e.g., upselling strategies) and manage labor costs. Manage call-outs and shift coverage while maintaining service excellence.
  • Assist with FOH inventory (menus, server tools, POS supplies) and communicate needs proactively.
  • JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR SERVICE MANAGER I:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 3+ years restaurant management experience in casual or upscale casual dining.
  • 1+ years of restaurant lead or supervisory experience preferred
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to lift 20+ lbs.
  • Comfortable with being exposed to hot and cold temperatures.


NOTE: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Applicant must be 18 years of age or older and able to provide documentation to work in the United States legally

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