Front of House Manager

The Neighborhood Dining Group; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Paid parking

Mental health resources

Job summary

Located in downtown Nashville, Husk, part of The Neighborhood Dining Group, seeks a Front of House Manager who thrives on delivering exceptional Southern hospitality. Lead on-floor service, mentor a dynamic team, and collaborate with the General Manager to drive guest satisfaction and operational excellence.

You’ll oversee hiring, training, and scheduling while maintaining high standards of service, safety, and cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Management experience in a full-service, professional restaurant environment
• Deep hospitality knowledge of food and beverage
• Hands-on leadership with ownership mindset

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the General Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations from guest experience to financial performance
• Foster a positive, high-performing team culture through coaching and mentorship
• Lead hiring, training, and onboarding of new team members with a focus on hospitality and consistency
• Maintain strong communication between front- and back-of-house for seamless service
• Uphold cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards across all shifts
• Keep accurate records of service, staffing, maintenance needs, and daily performance in manager logs
• Maintain a strong leadership presence by working opening, mid, and closing shifts

Job description

Front of House Manager – Husk (Nashville, TN)

The Standard in Modern Southern Cuisine since 2013!

Nationally acclaimed Husk Restaurant is looking for a hospitality-driven Front of House Manager. Elevate your craft by delivering genuine Southern hospitality at its finest.

As part The Neighborhood Dining Group (Husk, Marbled & Fin, Delaney Oyster House, Minero, The James), we’re committed to redefining what it means to cook—and lead with purpose in Charleston.

What We Provide for YOU!:

• Highly competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance?after 30 days
• 401(k) with employer match?(free money)
• Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)?that increases with tenure
• Paid parking?
• Employer paid therapy, coaching, and mental health resource (Modern Health)?
• Next-day pay access?
• Employee Perks & Discounts (Working Advantage)?
• Dining discounts, gym membership discounts, and more!
• Professional work environment
• Internal job board providing growth opportunities within the company
• Leadership development and a learning environment
• Quarterly profit-sharing program

About Us:

Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, Husk is more than a restaurant—it’s a celebration of the Southern table. With a bountiful onsite garden steps from our kitchen and strong relationships with local farmers and purveyors, we embrace the region’s heritage ingredients and transform them into dishes that are both deeply rooted in tradition and boldly modern. Husk is where history meets innovation, creating unforgettable dining experiences that reflect the true spirit of Nashville.

Who We're Looking For:

You are a proven leader who is passionate about hospitality and driven to inspire excellence within your team. You enjoy being on the floor, leading by example, and fostering a culture where enthusiasm, professionalism, and genuine care for guests shine through in every service.

This is a unique opportunity for a hospitality-focused leader to join a nationally recognized restaurant group that celebrates innovation, mentorship, and excellence in service.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the General Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations — from guest experience to financial performance.
• Foster a positive, high-performing team culture through coaching, feedback, and mentorship.
• Lead the hiring, training, and onboarding of new team members with a focus on hospitality and consistency.
• Maintain strong communication between front- and back-of-house to ensure seamless service.
• Uphold cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards across all shifts.
• Keep accurate records of service, staffing, maintenance needs, and daily performance in manager logs.
• Maintain a strong leadership presence by working a full rotation of opening, mid, and closing shifts.

What You'll Bring:

• Management experience in a full-service, professional restaurant environment
• A deep passion for hospitality and an in-depth knowledge of food, wine, spirits, and refined cocktails
• A hands-on, ownership-driven mentality with a strong work ethic
• An authentic, honest, and enthusiastic personality
• The ability to deliver once-in-a-lifetime guest experiences, support staff, and problem solve in real time
• Desire to grow and be developed as an individual, as well as the desire to develop others of all ages and skill levels

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, duties, and physical demands. Additionally, responsibilities, tasks, duties, and physical demands of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties may be assigned.

The Neighborhood Dining Group is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws.