Front of House Manager

ndgcharleston; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Short-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Paid parking

Mental health resources

Next-day pay access

Employee discounts

Dining and gym discounts

Quarterly profit-sharing

Job summary

Husk Nashville is seeking a Front of House Manager to lead the guest experience on the dining floor and mentor a high-performing team. You’ll uphold the brand’s Southern hospitality while collaborating with leadership to maintain top-quality service in a fast-paced environment.

Based in downtown Nashville, the role requires hands-on leadership across opening, mid, and closing shifts, with a focus on training, scheduling, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Management experience in a full-service, professional restaurant environment.
• Deep passion for hospitality and knowledge of food, wine, spirits, and refined cocktails.
• Hands-on, ownership-driven mentality with a strong work ethic.
• Authentic, honest, and enthusiastic personality.
• Ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences and mentor staff.
• Desire to grow and develop others of all ages and skill levels.

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 hiring, training, and onboarding of new team members focusing 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, and daily performance in manager logs.
• Maintain a flexible schedule with opening, mid, and closing shifts.

Skills

Management experience

Food & beverage knowledge

Ownership mindset

Customer-focused attitude

Guest-experience leadership

Mentorship & development

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 of 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

• Outstanding benefits, including:

• 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

Ready to Lead with Passion?

If you’re a hospitality professional who thrives in a high-performance setting and wants to be part of a forward-thinking restaurant group,

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.