Restaurant Manager

Urschel Laboratories, Inc. • Full-time • Valparaiso, IN, US • 1d ago

Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking an experienced and hospitality-focused Restaurant Manager to join the team at the Grand Gardner Hotel. The Grand Gardner Hotel is an Urschel Development property located in downtown Valparaiso, Indiana. Urschel Development is a wholly owned subsidiary of Urschel Laboratories in Chesterton, Indiana.

The Grand Gardner Hotel is an independent boutique hotel featuring 58 guest rooms and suites, a speakeasy, banquet space, and welcoming shared spaces. As part of our employee-owned culture, every team member contributes to the hotel's success. We believe that excellent guest experiences are the result of employees who understand how their work impacts guests, coworkers, and the overall operation of the business.

At Grand Gardner Hotel, we value teamwork, accountability, and pride in a job well done. Whether serving guests directly or supporting operations behind the scenes, each employee-owner plays an important role in maintaining the high standards that define our property.

Why You’ll Love Working at the Grand Gardner Hotel:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
Accrued Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents)
401(k) with Employer Matching
Free Life Insurance
Hotel stay and on-property dining discounts
Flexible scheduling whenever possible
Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers @ Urschel’s Chesterton Facility
Professional Development Support
Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy

The Restaurant Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations of Little Gem while supporting food and beverage operations throughout the hotel, including banquet functions and other dining venues. This position works closely with culinary, events, and hotel leadership teams to ensure a seamless guest experience, efficient operations, and outstanding service standards across all areas of responsibility.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on hospitality professional who enjoys building positive relationships with guests and team members, leading by example, and creating a welcoming atmosphere. Successful candidates are organized, adaptable, and committed to delivering exceptional experiences while maintaining operational excellence. Candidates should possess previous restaurant, food and beverage, or hospitality leadership experience, strong communication and problem-solving abilities, and proficiency with restaurant technology and Microsoft Office applications. Experience overseeing scheduling, staffing, inventory management, and guest service operations is preferred.

Candidates Should Be Able To

Lead restaurant operations while maintaining exceptional guest service standards.
Support hotel events and banquet functions from planning through execution.
Partner effectively with culinary and hotel teams to ensure smooth daily operations.
Train, coach, and support team members in delivering excellent hospitality.
Manage scheduling, staffing, and daily operational priorities.
Monitor cleanliness, presentation, and atmosphere throughout food and beverage spaces.
Handle guest concerns professionally and effectively.
Work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements

Remain standing and walking for extended periods throughout the shift.
Frequently lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
Move throughout restaurant, banquet, and hotel public spaces.
Work in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Bend, reach, stoop, and assist with operational needs as necessary.

If you are seeking an outstanding career opportunity, visit the Urschel careers link directly at http://www.urschel.com/careers or find us on Facebook or LinkedIn.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Date Posted: 11/2/2026

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