Now Hiring: Restaurant Manager – Italian Fine Dining | Bonita Springs, FL

Location: Bonita Springs, Florida Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt Compensation: Competitive Salary (Based on Experience) Posted Date: May 20, 2025 Apply By: June 20, 2025 Job Category: Restaurant Manager Jobs | Fine Dining Careers | Italian Restaurant Leadership | Hospitality Jobs in Naples | Restaurant Management Jobs Bonita Springs

Lead with Passion at a Premier Italian Fine Dining Destination

Join one of Southwest Florida’s top-rated Italian restaurants—DeRomo’s Gourmet Market & Restaurant—where career growth, excellent pay, and unforgettable hospitality come together. This is your opportunity to take the reins of a fast-paced, high-volume Italian dining experience nestled in the heart of Bonita Springs, just minutes from Naples, Estero, and Fort Myers.

About DeRomo’s Gourmet Market & Restaurant

At DeRomo’s, we turn hospitality into art. As a celebrated Italian fine dining restaurant and gourmet market, we serve more than just food—we deliver tradition, flavor, and world-class service in an award-winning atmosphere loved by foodies, locals, and seasonal visitors.

Restaurant Manager Job Summary

We’re seeking a dynamic Restaurant Manager who is hospitality-driven, detail-focused, and thrives in a high-volume fine dining environment. This leadership role is perfect for someone who excels under pressure, inspires teams, and creates elevated guest experiences rooted in Italian culinary excellence.

What We’re Looking For

• Hospitality-first leadership style with emotional intelligence
• Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine, wine, and guest service standards highly preferred
• Energetic and composed in fast-paced restaurant settings
• Highly polished, organized, and solutions-oriented
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on team empowerment
• Experience managing upscale or fine dining restaurant operations

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all front-of-house operations to ensure exceptional service
• Coach and lead team members to deliver consistent 5-star hospitality
• Address guest feedback with professionalism and promptness
• Partner with BOH, and market team to elevate service standards
• Manage scheduling, labor costs, and overall operational efficiency
• Foster a positive, passionate, and performance-driven workplace culture

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience (fine dining or high-volume strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations, labor strategy, and cost control
• Proficient with POS systems, health/safety protocols, and compliance standards
• Must have reliable transportation and open availability (nights, weekends, holidays)
• Fluent in English; Spanish is a plus
• Wine knowledge and Italian culinary familiarity highly valued
• Non-slip footwear required (not provided)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Food Safety Manager certification 
• Must complete and maintain alcohol compliance training

Physical & Sensory Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs (above, at, and below the waist)
• Flexibility to bend, kneel, stoop, twist, and use step stools
• Comfort working in hot, cold, humid, and kitchen environments
• Safe handling of raw ingredients including nuts, dairy, gluten, and shellfish
• Strong verbal communication, vision, and hearing in fast-paced settings

Why Join DeRomo’s?

• Competitive Salary (commensurate with experience)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) + Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with 4% Company Match
• Employee Discounts on gourmet food, wine, and market items
• Leadership Development and Career Advancement Opportunities
• Work in a vibrant, family-oriented environment where passion meets purpose

Work Location:

DeRomo’s Gourmet Market & Restaurant

26811 South Bay Drive, Suite 140

Bonita Springs, FL 34134

Apply Now – Be Part of Something Exceptional

Take the next step in your hospitality career at one of Florida’s premier fine dining destinations. If you’re ready to inspire, lead, and make your mark in the world of Italian cuisine, apply today or walk in and ask for a manager.

Visit www.deromos.com/careers to apply online.

DeRomo’s is proudly managed by Columbus Hospitality Management. We are a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.