Restaurant Manager

Join our Food & Beverage team in Glacier National Park! At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated and committed, sharing our vision while working together to attain it. Our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. You will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

We are hiring Restaurant Managers to lead and support a Front-of-House (FOH) team in delivering outstanding guest experiences in a casual fine dining environment. The Restaurant Manager plays a key role in daily operations, staff development, and service quality, helping to create a welcoming and memorable dining experience for park visitors from around the world. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about hospitality, enjoys working in a dynamic team setting, and is excited to live and work in a beautiful natural environment.

The Details:

• Position Type: Seasonal
• Season Dates: July through September or October 2025 (exact dates vary by location)
• Pay: Starting at $1,880.00 bi-weekly
• Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Glacier National Park?

We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection, we are an authorized concessionaire in Glacier and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Glacier:

• Free shared employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• Fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world
• The adventure of a lifetime!
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program
• Free Glacier National Park pass
• Free Red Bus Tours (if available)
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• $350 Referral Bonus Program

Responsibilities:

We are looking for a people-focused leader who brings positive energy, enjoys the rhythm of restaurant life, and is excited to be a part of a one-of-a-kind dining experience in the heart of a national park. If you are passionate about hospitality, love mentoring others, and want to grow in your career, we would love to meet you.

• Oversee daily dining room operations, ensuring a seamless guest experience by being present on the floor during all meal service periods.
• Schedule and coordinate FOH staff using 7 Shifts; manage labor and payroll through Kronos.
• Manage inventory using Cloud Suite; ensure accurate ordering and product use.
• Help control food and labor costs through communication and proactive planning.
• Ensure food presentation, sanitation, and service standards are met in coordination with BOH leadership.
• Train, coach, and evaluate FOH team members to uphold service excellence.
• Inspire team performance through coaching, suggestive selling, and menu knowledge.
• Collaborate closely with BOH and F&B Leadership to foster a positive, high-performing team culture.
• Monitor and support guest complaints promptly and professionally.
• Adhere to all company, NPS, and departmental safety and environmental practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in restaurants; whether that’s serving, bartending, or hosting.
• Interest in or knowledge of the basics of wine service, cocktails, and quality food presentation.
• Stay calm under pressure and help your team do the same, especially during busy meal periods.
• Communicate clearly and confidently while creating a fun, respectful, and supportive team environment.
• Work closely with other leaders to keep services running smoothly from open to close.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry preferred (FOH or BOH roles—servers, bartenders, hosts, supervisors, etc.)
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience is preferred but not a must, especially if you’ve helped train others, led a shift, or taken initiative in your past roles.
• Experience working in fast-paced, guest-facing environments, especially in tourism or seasonal settings, is helpful.
• Familiarity with casual fine dining, craft beverage services, or guest service standards is also preferred but we’re happy to train the right person.