Manager

Kids for the Future; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Health, dental, wellness benefits

Competitive salary and bonus program

Job summary

The Well in Austin, TX is seeking a Manager to support daily floor operations, guide front-of-house staff, and deliver an exceptional guest experience. This role acts as a bridge between frontline staff and department managers to ensure service standards and wellness-focused hospitality.

The ideal candidate has 1–2+ years of supervisory experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant, with solid knowledge of FOH mechanics, POS systems, and labor controls. Local candidates encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1–2+ years of supervisory or lead shift experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of FOH service mechanics, POS systems, and basic labor/inventory controls.
• Brand Alignment: A genuine passion for wellness, healthy living, sustainability, and quality food & beverage.
• Soft Skills: Highly organized, proactive, and polished with strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
• Availability: Flexible schedule required, including weekends, holidays, and a mix of morning and evening shifts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee floor flow, seating efficiency, and guest satisfaction during assigned AM/PM shifts.
• Partner with BOH staff to ensure seamless communication, prompt ticket times, and order accuracy.
• Uphold strict standards for cleanliness, food safety, health codes, and venue maintenance.
• Assist managers with daily inventory counts, labor monitoring, and waste control.
• Support shift scheduling, table management, and guest recovery as needed.

Skills

FOH service mechanics

POS systems

Labor & inventory controls

Job description

• Location 440 W 2nd St,Austin, TX, 78701,United States
• Base Pay $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Management
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Manage Others Yes

The Well blends intentional ingredients, local and sustainable sourcing and bold flavors in an eco-chic environment for a dining experience that redefines eating well.

We create scratch-made food made with responsibly sourced ingredients, focusing on quality proteins, healthy fats, and natural sugars.

We prove that better-for-you dining doesn't mean sacrificing flavor or hospitality—just the opposite.

The Manager supports the team in overseeing daily floor operations, guiding front-of-house staff, and delivering an exceptional guest experience. This role acts as a bridge between frontline staff and department managers, ensuring service standards, operational efficiency, and wellness-focused hospitality are executed consistently during every shift.

Seeking a local candidate or someone soon to be local in the Austin area

Model company values, service standards, and operational policies on the floor daily.

Provide clear direction, real-time coaching, and constructive feedback to FOH team members.

Lead engaging daily preshifts to align the team on service goals, menu updates, and daily targets.

Assist management with onboarding, training, and shadowing new team members.

Help foster team morale and resolve minor floor issues with care and composure.

Shift Operations & Execution

Oversee floor flow, seating efficiency, and guest satisfaction during assigned AM/PM shifts.

Partner with BOH staff to ensure seamless communication, prompt ticket times, and order accuracy.

Uphold strict standards for cleanliness, food safety, health codes, and venue maintenance.

Assist managers with daily inventory counts, labor monitoring, and waste control.

Support shift scheduling, table management, and guest recovery as needed.

Desired Qualifications

Experience: 1–2+ years of supervisory or lead shift experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.

Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of FOH service mechanics, POS systems, and basic labor/inventory controls.

Brand Alignment: A genuine passion for wellness, healthy living, sustainability, and quality food & beverage.

Soft Skills: Highly organized, proactive, and polished with strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.

Availability: Flexible schedule required, including weekends, holidays, and a mix of morning and evening shifts.

What We Offer

• A collaborative leadership team and opportunities for growth

Competitive salary and bonus program

• Comprehensive health, dental, and wellness benefits.