Hospitality-Driven Restaurant Manager & Team Leader

Upward Projects; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with company contribution

Vision and Dental Insurance

Vacation and earned paid sick time

401K with company match

Flexible Spending and Dependent Care

Job summary

Upward Projects is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a team in delivering memorable guest experiences. You will direct staff operations, manage beverage programs and inventory, and ensure excellence in service and hospitality across all outlets.

The role requires 1 year of full-service restaurant management or 3–5 years in a supervisory capacity, with Servsafe and Responsible Alcohol Service certifications.

Qualifications

• 1 year of full-service restaurant manager experience or 3–5 years in a lead/supervisory role in a restaurant.
• Combined work experience and education will be considered in decisions.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Hospitality, Management, or Business preferred.
• Servsafe and Responsible Alcohol Service Certifications are required

Responsibilities

• Create sincere connections with team members, guests, vendors, and the community to deliver positive experiences.
• Direct, plan, implement, and monitor staff functions to meet or exceed budgeted sales and profits.
• Oversee beverage ordering, pars, promotions, and cost control (COGs).

Skills

Restaurant management

Team supervision

Budget awareness

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Hospitality/Management/Business

Job description

Upward Projects is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a team in delivering memorable guest experiences. You will direct staff operations, manage beverage programs and inventory, and ensure excellence in service and hospitality across all outlets.

The role requires 1 year of full-service restaurant management or 3–5 years in a supervisory capacity, with Servsafe and Responsible Alcohol Service certifications.