Calypso Bar & Grill | Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Calypso Bar & Grill is hiring an experienced Manager to lead a high-volume, oceanfront restaurant in a fast-paced, seasonal market. This role is ideal for a proven restaurant operator who thrives under pressure, leads from the floor, and understands how to drive results during peak tourist seasons.
Seasonal Intensity Callout (Read Before Applying)
This is a high-volume, seasonal environment with significant business spikes during spring and summer, holidays, and event weekends. The Manager is expected to:
- Work extended hours during peak season
- Lead from the floor during high-volume shifts
- Manage large teams and fast operational pivots
- Maintain service standards under pressure
If you prefer a slower-paced or strictly 9–5 environment, this role will not be the right fit.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily restaurant operations with a strong on-floor leadership presence
- Manage labor control, food cost, beverage cost, etc.
- Hire, train, coach, and develop hourly staff
- Create and manage schedules aligned with sales forecasts
- Ensure compliance with Virginia ABC, health department, and safety regulations
- Resolve guest issues quickly and professionally
- Execute private events, large parties, and contracted functions
- Maintain brand standards, cleanliness, and operational consistency
Qualifications & Experience
- 2+ years restaurant management experience
- High-volume restaurant experience required (seasonal, tourist, or oceanfront preferred)
- Proven ability to lead large teams in fast-paced environments
- Working knowledge of POS systems, scheduling software, and inventory systems
- Knowledge of Virginia ABC laws strongly preferred
- Flexible availability including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak seasons
Compensation & Perks
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Dining discounts across Moliar Hospitality Group venues
- Advancement opportunities within a growing hospitality group
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Calypso Bar and Grill (Virginia Beach Oceanfront)
You're relaxing over a cold draft beer or a margarita within a stone's throw of the sand, enjoying the summer breeze on the largest covered outdoor patio overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Well, you're in luck because you can get all of that and more at Calypso Bar & Grill! We are locally owned and operated and pride ourselves in offering fresh and locally sourced seafood, meats and produce. We don't stop there!
We're known for the best Happy Hour at the beach, a warm and inviting atmosphere, and have some of the best team members a restaurant could ask for. Whether you're a local or here on vacation, visit us for good times, good vibes, good views, and of course, delicious food.