Restaurant Manager

Join a growing culinary and hospitality brand with a vision to elevate dining in Pampanga.

Blackfish is seeking a highly capable and driven Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations, uphold service excellence, and support business growth. This is a key leadership role best suited for someone with a hands-on management style, strong operational acumen, and a passion for guest experience.

About Blackfish

Blackfish is an elevated casual dining restaurant and craft cocktail bar located in Angeles City, Pampanga. With a seating capacity of 100, we combine progressive food and beverage with a thoughtful, service-forward approach. Since our establishment in 2018, we have expanded into our third and most ambitious location to date.

Our team is built on a strong culture of collaboration, discipline, and continuous improvement. We aim to set new standards in food and beverage service in the region, with a particular focus on leadership development, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

The Restaurant Manager will oversee end-to-end restaurant operations, including staff leadership, service delivery, and financial performance. Key responsibilities include:

• Team Management: Recruit, train, and supervise front-of-house staff; foster a professional and positive culture.
• Operational Oversight: Manage daily operations, including shift schedules, inventory control, capacity planning, and equipment upkeep.
• Guest Experience: Ensure consistently high levels of customer satisfaction by monitoring service flow, resolving concerns, and refining service standards.
• Quality Control: Maintain and implement operating procedures that align with food, beverage, and cleanliness standards.
• Financial Management: Assist in budgeting, monitor food and labor costs, optimize expense allocations, and contribute to achieving revenue targets.
• Marketing Support: Develop and implement effective marketing strategies and in-store activations to attract new customers and retain loyal patrons.
• Vendor & Supplier Relations: Liaise with suppliers and service providers to negotiate favorable terms, ensure product quality, and maintain a reliable and cost-efficient supply chain.
• Technology Integration: Leverage digital tools and platforms to optimize key operational processes—including reservations, inventory management, purchasing, and reporting.
• Event Coordination: Lead the operational side of private events, themed nights, and corporate functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in restaurant or hospitality management
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team development skills
• Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal and guest engagement skills
• Working knowledge of P&L management, budgeting, and cost control
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused
• Strong command of Google Documents and Google Sheets/Excel
• Excellent communication skills—both verbal and written
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous performance-based incentive scheme
• Health insurance (HMO) upon regularization
• Monthly bar credit to experience the brand firsthand
• A supportive, dynamic team environment with opportunities for growth

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Php26,000.00 - Php45,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company Christmas gift
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• On-site parking
• Opportunities for promotion
• Pay raise
• Promotion to permanent employee
• Staff meals provided

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person