Floating Supervisor - Big Buns

Thompson-Hospitality; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Buns Damn Good Burgers is seeking a passionate Floating Supervisor to support multiple locations in Reston, VA. You’ll lead teams, uphold service standards, and ensure guest experiences are exceptional in a fast-paced environment.

Travel between Big Buns locations, supervise shifts, and mentor crew while maintaining teamwork, accountability, and hospitality. Flexible schedule includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in food & beverage.
• Experience as a supervisor.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours).
• Lift and carry up to 20 lbs (menus, high chairs, booster seats).
• Clear verbal communication skills in a busy environment.
• Ability to multitask calmly in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage across multiple locations as needed.
• Lead by example and uphold service standards.
• Coach and support teams to deliver hospitality excellence.
• Communicate effectively with guests and staff.
• Adapt to different locations, teams and operational needs.

Skills

Experience in food & beverage

Supervisor experience

Clear verbal communication

Multitask in fast-paced settings

Reliable transportation

Tools

Reservation systems

Phone handling

Job description

Overview

Big Buns Damn Good Burgers is looking for a passionate and motivated Floating Supervisor to support multiple locations and help lead dynamic teams in delivering exceptional guest experiences in a fun, fast-paced environment.

As a Floating Supervisor, you’ll play a key leadership role by providing coverage and operational support across Big Buns locations, guiding team members, and ensuring consistent standards for service, quality, and hospitality. You’ll adapt quickly to different teams and environments while fostering a positive culture rooted in teamwork, accountability, and outstanding guest service.

Responsibilities

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a restaurant or hospitality environment
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt to different locations, teams, and operational needs
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Reliable transportation is required, as this position will travel between multiple Big Buns locations
• Ability to lead by example and provide exceptional guest service
• Strong commitment to teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence
• Requires 50–55 hours per week, including evenings and weekends as business needs dictate.

Qualifications

• Experience in food and beverage.
• Experience as a supervisor.
• An amazing work ethic.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours).
• Lift and carry up to 20 lbs (e.g., menus, high chairs, booster seats).
• Reach, bend, and stoop occasionally.
• Use hands and arms to operate reservation systems and phones.
• Clear verbal communication skills and ability to interact with guests in a busy environment.
• Ability to remain calm and composed while multitasking in a fast-paced setting.

Who We Are:

At Big Buns, we take pride in using great ingredients and obsess over the small details that make our products stand out. We're inspired by a true love for burgers, and the belief that eating out, in, or on-the-go, should feel like a fun backyard party with delicious food, ice-cold drinks and good friends. Join us at Big Buns and be part of a team that values teamwork, exceptional service, and creating memorable moments for our guests through our delicious food.

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.