Restaurant Associate Manager — Hospitality Leader

Cracker Barrel; Emporia (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Paid Vacation

401k with match

Employee Stock Purchase

Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Job summary

Cracker Barrel is looking for a Restaurant Associate Manager to blend people leadership with restaurant operations, delivering outstanding guest and team experiences. You will manage front- and back-of-house tasks while guiding the team to meet business goals with support from our home office.

Join a growth-focused environment with opportunities for development, a strong benefits package, and a culture rooted in hospitality and warmth across hundreds of stores nationwide.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant management experience.
• Ability and willingness to work 50 hours per week (five 10-hour shifts).
• Ability and willingness to work holidays and weekends as needed.
• A caring attitude with a dedication to hospitality.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead store operations across front- and back-of-house.
• Deliver excellent guest and employee experiences while driving business results.
• Coordinate with home office support to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

People leadership

Guest service

English fluency

Hospitality

Job description

Cracker Barrel is looking for a Restaurant Associate Manager to blend people leadership with restaurant operations, delivering outstanding guest and team experiences. You will manage front- and back-of-house tasks while guiding the team to meet business goals with support from our home office.

Join a growth-focused environment with opportunities for development, a strong benefits package, and a culture rooted in hospitality and warmth across hundreds of stores nationwide.