Restaurant Operations Management Jobs in Maine
Restaurant Operations Management jobs in Maine concentrate in hospitality-heavy coastal and resort markets, hotel and lodging groups, and the state's growing independent and regional restaurant sector, with openings at every level from assistant general manager to multi-unit director. The strongest hiring activity is in Portland, Bangor, and Bar Harbor, where established operators like Abbe Museum, Hannaford-affiliated food service venues, and Kennebec Valley Health's dining operations maintain consistent management needs. The most sought-after specialties are multi-unit oversight, cost control, and front-of-house systems management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overlooking Maine’s largest glacier lake, Blair Hill Inn’s stunning ten-guest room country estate sits commandingly atop a 20′ high, 900′ long field stone wall. Its hillside perch provides one of the most beautiful, expansive lake views in the world. This destination resort sprawls across 79 acres with private hiking trails, scenic overlooks, a trout pond, fields and woodlands. Once a breeding farm built in 1891, it is now a finely restored boutique hotel with exquisite décor and exceptional service.
The renowned, gourmet restaurant serves a locally sourced farm-to-table menu and the handsome wood-paneled cocktail lounge offers fine wines, seasonal cocktails, and small bites. The warm welcome, individual service, absolute discretion and love of detail are evidenced by being the only Relais & Châteaux designated hotel and restaurant in Maine.
We are proud to be one of the 580 members of Relais & Châteaux, an association of worldwide independent hotel and restaurant owners.
Job Description
Partner with the Executive Chef to lead our fine dining restaurant front of house team and guest experience. Directs and coordinates all front of house activities regarding the restaurant by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Maintains current and accurate standard operating procedural manuals to include service standards, and payment handling procedures.
- Train staff to follow up and maintain serving standards.
- Responsible for providing excellent service to guests.
- Prepare and adjust work schedules for the entire staff to ensure presence of requisite labor force on each shift with objective to meet customer service standards.
- Organize regularly scheduled training classes and meetings with the entire staff of each area.
- Responsible for New Hire staff selection, interviewing, orientation and department training.
- Provide detailed training to all staff specific to compliance responsibilities to State Health Regulations.
- Control "front of house" operating expenses in accordance with weekly sales projections
- Orders weekly liquor/beverage requisitions per department procedure.
- Ensures adherence to beverage controls per company and department policies.
- Performs POS System voids, management functions and programming within department procedures.
- Responds to guest inquiries, complaints in a professional and urgent manner.
- Ensures adherence to all defined department/company standard operating procedures within department.
- Audits Guests checks, documenting irregularities, cash control violations.
- Observes staff opening/running/closing outlet procedures, maintains current documents checklist.
- Maintains accurate outlet analytical information throughout the year to support budget planning.
- Recognizes/praises staff extraordinary service, rewards staff for exceptional team work and guest relations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the front of house team in partnership with the Executive Chef. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Qualifications
5+ years of restaurant supervisor / management experience
5+ years of serving experience
Knowledge of wine and spirits desired.
Additional Information
- Competitive Salary offered
- Affordable Shared Housing available.
- All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Overlooking Maine’s largest glacier lake, Blair Hill Inn’s stunning ten-guest room country estate sits commandingly atop a 20′ high, 900′ long field stone wall. Its hillside perch provides one of the most beautiful, expansive lake views in the world. This destination resort sprawls across 79 acres with private hiking trails, scenic overlooks, a trout pond, fields and woodlands. Once a breeding farm built in 1891, it is now a finely restored boutique hotel with exquisite décor and exceptional service.
The renowned, gourmet restaurant serves a locally sourced farm-to-table menu and the handsome wood-paneled cocktail lounge offers fine wines, seasonal cocktails, and small bites. The warm welcome, individual service, absolute discretion and love of detail are evidenced by being the only Relais & Châteaux designated hotel and restaurant in Maine.
We are proud to be one of the 580 members of Relais & Châteaux, an association of worldwide independent hotel and restaurant owners.
Job Description
Partner with the Executive Chef to lead our fine dining restaurant front of house team and guest experience. Directs and coordinates all front of house activities regarding the restaurant by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Maintains current and accurate standard operating procedural manuals to include service standards, and payment handling procedures.
- Train staff to follow up and maintain serving standards.
- Responsible for providing excellent service to guests.
- Prepare and adjust work schedules for the entire staff to ensure presence of requisite labor force on each shift with objective to meet customer service standards.
- Organize regularly scheduled training classes and meetings with the entire staff of each area.
- Responsible for New Hire staff selection, interviewing, orientation and department training.
- Provide detailed training to all staff specific to compliance responsibilities to State Health Regulations.
- Control "front of house" operating expenses in accordance with weekly sales projections
- Orders weekly liquor/beverage requisitions per department procedure.
- Ensures adherence to beverage controls per company and department policies.
- Performs POS System voids, management functions and programming within department procedures.
- Responds to guest inquiries, complaints in a professional and urgent manner.
- Ensures adherence to all defined department/company standard operating procedures within department.
- Audits Guests checks, documenting irregularities, cash control violations.
- Observes staff opening/running/closing outlet procedures, maintains current documents checklist.
- Maintains accurate outlet analytical information throughout the year to support budget planning.
- Recognizes/praises staff extraordinary service, rewards staff for exceptional team work and guest relations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the front of house team in partnership with the Executive Chef. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Qualifications
5+ years of restaurant supervisor / management experience
5+ years of serving experience
Knowledge of wine and spirits desired.
Additional Information
- Competitive Salary offered
- Affordable Shared Housing available.
- All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Restaurant Operations Management Job Market in Maine
A snapshot from current Maine openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- The Wolak22
- Taco Bell7
- Dunkin'3
- Residential Community Manager3R
- SpotOn2
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage
What Maine Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant operations management jobs across Maine.
- Minimum three to five years of progressive restaurant management or food service operations experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage profit and loss, labor costs, and food cost percentages
- Experience leading teams of ten or more hourly and supervisory staff in a full-service setting
- ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent Maine-accepted food safety credential
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems, scheduling software, and inventory management platforms
- Strong knowledge of Maine Department of Health and Human Services food establishment compliance standards
Restaurant Operations Management Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a restaurant operations management in Maine?
Most restaurant operations management roles in Maine require a combination of post-secondary education in hospitality, culinary arts, or business management and several years of progressive supervisory experience. Maine does not issue a state license specific to restaurant operations managers, but the Maine Department of Health and Human Services requires food service establishments to have a certified food protection manager on staff, making a ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent a practical necessity for most hiring managers in the state.
Which companies hire restaurant operations managements in Maine?
Employers hiring restaurant operations managements in Maine right now include The Wolak, Taco Bell, and Dunkin', based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Maine's mix of independent restaurant groups, resort and lodging operators along the coast, and institutional food service providers keeps consistent demand for experienced operations managers throughout the year.
Which Maine cities have the most restaurant operations management jobs?
Portland, Westbrook, and Falmouth are the Maine cities with the most restaurant operations management openings. Portland drives the largest share of postings due to its dense independent restaurant scene, hotel sector, and event venues, while Bangor's role as a regional commercial hub supports hotel and chain dining operations, and Bar Harbor's seasonal resort and tourism economy generates concentrated management demand from late spring through early fall.
Are there remote restaurant operations management jobs in Maine?
Yes, but they're rare. Restaurant operations management is fundamentally an on-site, hands-on role, so fully remote positions are uncommon in this field. About 17% of restaurant operations management openings tied to Maine are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to involve regional or multi-unit oversight roles where administrative and reporting responsibilities can be handled off-site between property visits.
How can I get hired as a restaurant operations management in Maine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up from a supervisory front-of-house or kitchen role within a Maine hotel group, resort, or full-service restaurant, where shift leader and assistant manager positions are frequently posted as stepping stones. Large Maine hospitality employers including resort operators in the Kennebunks and mid-coast region often promote internally from host, server lead, and line supervisor roles. Earning a ServSafe Manager Certification before applying and completing coursework through Southern Maine Community College's hospitality program strengthens a candidate's profile considerably.
Where can I find and apply to restaurant operations management jobs in Maine?
You can find and apply to restaurant operations management jobs in Maine on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maine openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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