Breakfast Restaurant Manager for unique farm to table inn & restaurant

Position Title: Part-time Restaurant Floor Manager (Breakfast) 

Supervisor:  Farm Food and Beverage Services Manager

Employee Status:  Seasonal, Part-time hours

Location:  On-site (99 Inn Road, Shelburne, VT 05482)

Start & End Date: Now - October 22, 2026 

Pay Rate: $25 - $28/hour (Staff housing: Please inquire. There are very limited options available for seasonal positions.)

Work Schedule:  7 day operation; Typical schedule is 6:30AM - 2:00PM. Weekends and holidays are required.

Who We Are

Shelburne Farms is an education nonprofit on a mission to inspire and cultivate learning for a sustainable future. We realize our mission by integrating three key areas of activity: our programs, place, and products.

Who We’re Looking for

The seasonal Restaurant Floor Manager is passionate about working for a restaurant that is an integral part of the Farm’s mission by providing a space where the community can come together to enjoy delicious and thoughtfully sourced meals. You enjoy mentoring and learning from your staff to help them grow while fostering exceptional service and a warm, inviting atmosphere for all. You share our deep commitment to the Farm’s mission and vision as you will play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and inspiring dining experience for all guests, ensuring that every meal served contributes to our vision of a sustainable future.

The restaurant is open 7 days/week from May 8 - October 20th; Schedule is 6:30 am - 2:00 pm (breakfast shift).

Where you will live & work

No additional housing expenses. Private bedroom in shared house (staff only, no family members or pets permitted). Living alongside other senior members of culinary team working at the restaurant. Lake access and walking trails walking distance from the historic Inn and Restaurant where you will be working. 5-15 minute drive to many grocery stores. And a 10 - 20 minute drive to hiking, mountain biking, rivers, and many other outdoor activities. 

What You’ll Do 

Leadership & Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of dedicated staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

• Lead by example and work side by side with your teams.

• Facilitate ongoing training, are clear with your directions, receptive and open to feedback, and are patient as your team learns the ropes.

• Value team members’ differences and thrive when working with a diverse team. You are comfortable working with individuals and groups of diverse backgrounds, experiences and skill levels.

Guest Experience:

• Ensure exceptional service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all guests.

• When difficulties arise you are able to find creative solutions. You see an unhappy guest and consider it an opportunity to find a solution, improve someone’s day and deepen a relationship.  

• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance the dining experience, incorporating feedback from guests and staff.

Operational Excellence & Sustainability Practices:

• Oversee daily operations of the dining room, including staff scheduling, inventory management, and adherence to health and safety regulations.

• Assist the Food and Beverage Manager with maintenance of the POS system, updating of all menu items, generating & maintenance of daily reports and tip-pool.

• Support with postseason breakdown of pantry/dining room.

• Lead the staff and promote continual sustainable dining room practices including waste reduction, compost and recycling, water-saving practices and reducing energy consumption.  

Core Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role, ideally within the hospitality field, dining or restaurant setting, but open to various leadership experiences.

• Strong commitment to sustainability, where it intersects with the dining experience.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

• Inventory management experience

• Experience with a Point of Sales system and online reservation systems.

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Full details about the role in career page.