Smith & Porter is seeking an energetic Front of House Manager for our downtown restaurant. Smith & Porter's goal is to make every meal with culinary creativity. We feature high quality, locally sourced ingredients. Smith & Porter offers a modern dining experience in a casual setting. Our restaurant is just steps from countless attractions including the Stone Arch Bridge, Gold Medal Park, Saint Anthony Falls, The Guthrie Theater, The Armory, US Bank Stadium and other local attractions.

We are looking for team members to  deliver excellent customer service to make Smith & Porter the best place to work and a dining destination in Downtown Minneapolis.

Smith & Porter is re-opening to the public in May 2022. We are comprised of a full-service restaurant, bar and café, catering services, and a private dining room, totaling 120-seats. 

Smith & Porter is located in Abiitan, an Ecumen senior community in the heart of the Mill City District of Downtown Minneapolis.  We also support The Terraces, Abiitan's Memory Care and Assisted Living residences, by providing dining services to those who live here.

Ecumen is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve.

Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs.

*Smith & Porter offers free underground parking to all team members.

The Front of House Manager is responsible for leading day-to-day operations of the restaurant in terms of the front of house staff, cafe staff and team members for the Assisted Living portion of Abiitan Mill City.  This position works in tandem with the Sous Chef for catering and menu needs.  This position is responsible for assisting with managing the labor operations within budget and to the highest levels of service.  Ensures excellent service in all front of house positions as it relates to food and beverage service.

Essential job responsibilities include:

Front of House Manager

Minimum Required Qualifications: 

• High School graduate or GED
• Serv Safe Certified or equivalent and Certified Food Protection Manager or eligible within 30-days.
• 1 year restaurant management experience
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to:  Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Management or similar
• Previous experience in providing food service management to seniors
• Previous experience in hospitality or healthcare
• Previous experience in inventory control, food cost analysis, menu planning, event planning.