Restaurant Manager JN

Overview

Restaurant Manager position description:
We are seeking a hands-on Restaurant Manager to lead a unique, community-focused concept that blends a restaurant, wine shop, and specialty foods market. This role is ideal for an emerging hospitality leader who is passionate about great food, wine, guest service, and building a welcoming neighborhood destination. The right candidate will enjoy rolling up their sleeves, developing a team, and helping elevate an operation that’s ready for its next chapter.

• Base salary of $50,000–$55,000
• Uncapped bonus potential tied to top-line sales performance
• Paid time off
• Employee dining and retail discounts
• Growth opportunity with a concept that values long-term development
• Stable, year-round business (approximately $1M AUV)
• Supportive ownership focused on community and quality

• Experience in restaurant or hospitality management, or a strong supervisor ready to step up
• Genuine passion for food, wine, and guest experience (formal wine certifications not required)
• Comfortable leading a smaller, close-knit team in a hands-on environment
• Strong people skills with a warm, service-driven leadership style
• Ability to work in an operation that needs structure, consistency, and care
• Solid understanding of basic P&L concepts, scheduling, and labor management
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

• Oversee daily restaurant and market operations to ensure excellent guest experiences
• Lead, train, and develop team members while fostering a positive, accountable culture
• Maintain high standards for food quality, cleanliness, and service
• Drive sales through hospitality, merchandising, and community engagement
• Manage schedules, labor costs, and basic financial controls
• Partner with ownership to improve systems, consistency, and overall performance
• Be a visible leader on the floor, setting the tone for hospitality and teamwork