General Manager

folk; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant restaurant in East Nashville is seeking a General Manager to oversee front of house operations. The ideal candidate will ensure exceptional guest experiences while fostering a positive work environment and guiding team development. Join a celebrated establishment known for its inventive cuisine and dynamic atmosphere.

Benefits

Health, vision, and dental insurance

3 weeks PTO

Dining discounts at Folk and sister restaurants

Profit-sharing and performance bonuses

Company phone plan at no cost

Major holidays off

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Curious mindset for continuous learning.
• Ability to motivate and empower the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead front of house team in service.
• Maintain service standards.
• Recruit, hire, and train employees.

Skills

Integrity

Problem solving

Communication

Team motivation

Job description

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Folk is seeking a General Manager for our team! We are continuously looking for ways to improve our restaurants and ourselves, and we’re seeking like-minded leaders to join us.

Located in East Nashville, Folk is the second venture from Philip Krajeck, acclaimed chef and owner of Rolf and Daughters. It features fun, seasonal, and inventive cuisine highlighting local produce, regional ingredients, and naturally leavened pizza. Folk is a casual, lively neighborhood restaurant with an ever-evolving natural wine list and specialty cocktails. Since opening in 2018, Folk has been named one of America's Best New Restaurants by Bon Appetit.

The General Manager will oversee all front of house operations and service standards, ensuring guests have a warm and memorable experience.

As a team member, you’ll have access to:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance, with 75% paid by Folk
• 3 weeks PTO
• Dining discounts at Folk and sister restaurants Rolf and Daughters and Junior
• Profit-sharing and performance bonuses
• Company phone plan at no cost
• Major holidays off, including 4th of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year's Day

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead front of house team in service
• Maintain service standards
• Create an inclusive learning environment and guide professional development
• Recruit, hire, and train employees who share our values
• Assist in creating the wine program and staff training
• Foster a positive work environment

What you bring to the role:

• Integrity
• Thoughtful problem solving and delegation
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• A curious mindset for continuous learning
• Ability to motivate and empower your team

If you meet these qualifications and are interested in growing with us, we look forward to hearing from you!

For more details about Folk, part of Restaurants by Chef Philip Krajeck, visit this link.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management

Industries

• Restaurants