Front-of-House Leader — Upscale Dining Experience

Goodwin Recruiting; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match up to 4%

Paid time off

Consistent schedule with two days off

Advancement opportunities

Family-oriented culture

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a Restaurant FOH Manager in Baytown, TX to lead daily operations for an upscale dining concept known for hospitality and guest experiences. You will manage front-of-house teams, partner with culinary leadership, and drive performance in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, staff development, and maintaining service excellence while monitoring labor, costs, and productivity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Upscale Casual FOH Management
• Upscale dining, polished casual, or fine dining experience strongly preferred
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with financial aspects like labor, costs, and profitability
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Hands-on management style with a strong sense of urgency
• Experience building positive team cultures and developing FOH staff
• Ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a dynamic, evolving operation
• Experience with Toast POS or similar restaurant management systems is a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence
• Lead, coach, and develop management and hourly team members to drive performance and engagement
• Maintain high standards for hospitality, service execution, cleanliness, and overall facility presentation
• Partner closely with culinary leadership to ensure seamless front-of-house and back-of-house collaboration
• Manage staffing, scheduling, labor controls, and team accountability
• Monitor financial performance, including sales, labor, controllable costs, and profitability
• Utilize reporting tools and operational metrics to drive business results
• Oversee inventory management, vendor relationships, and operational systems
• Lead execution of private events, community functions, and high-volume service periods
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team development

Financial acumen

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a Restaurant FOH Manager in Baytown, TX to lead daily operations for an upscale dining concept known for hospitality and guest experiences. You will manage front-of-house teams, partner with culinary leadership, and drive performance in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, staff development, and maintaining service excellence while monitoring labor, costs, and productivity.