Restaurant Manager

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health & Wellness benefits

401K plan with match

Housing loan program

Employee discounts across concepts

4 weeks PTO for maternity/paternity

Job summary

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group in Charleston, SC, seeks a Restaurant Manager with 3+ years leading high-volume, upscale dining to drive excellence in guest experiences, seafood-focused menus, and seamless front- and back-of-house operations.

You will oversee budgeting, staffing, quality control, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure memorable experiences for guests and a thriving team culture at our growing portfolio of concepts.

Qualifications

• Leads a high-volume upscale restaurant with a focus on fresh seafood and local ingredients.
• Proven ability to manage P&L, budgeting, and scheduling to meet financial goals.
• Delivers top-notch guest experiences and dining quality across FOH/BOH operations.
• Develops staff, promotes a positive work culture, and mentors team members.
• Strong communication skills and proactive problem resolution across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Set the tone for guest experience and lead a positive, collaborative team environment.
• Oversee food, drink, and service quality, with emphasis on fresh seafood and raw bar offerings.
• Ensure consistent service standards and effective operational procedures.
• Develop and manage weekly schedules, labor, and inventory in line with seasonality.
• Partner with FOH and BOH to maintain a safe, healthy, and engaging workplace.

Skills

Staff leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Quality control

Guest service

Communication

Job description

Hospitality Starts Here

Welcome to The Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG), where hospitality is more than a job; it's a family, a lifestyle, and an exciting journey. We believe that by taking care of you, you'll best take care of our guests. It's working. In addition to generous benefits and job openings across 30+ locations, we have internal growth opportunities for everyone who wants it. But most of all, we have heart!

Why Us

Founded in 2009 by Steve Palmer, IRHG sets itself apart in the industry by fostering an environment where our people come first. We want to meet you. Come join us in our mission to change the hospitality industry, forever.

THE ROLE

A Restaurant Manager will have 3+ years experience as a floor manager managing high-volume restaurants in an upscale, food-focused environment. Be passionate about fresh, local ingredients and engage the community to procure the highest quality product to create unforgettable dishes and memorable experiences.

A successful Restaurant Manager will encourage staff development and promote a positive experience for staff and guests to achieve P&L goals. You’ll oversee all aspects of the concept, including problem resolution and effective communication to get the job done. As an ambassador for Indigo Road, you’ll authentically embrace Internal Hospitality and strive to create memorable experiences for people through food.

What we will ask of you

• Set the tone for guest experience by influencing and leading a positive, collaborative, and fun team environment where everyone is treated with respect and kindness.
• Oversee, maintain, and manage food, drink, and service quality and dining experience, specifically focusing on the fresh seafood and raw bar offerings.
• Assess, implement, and manage service standards by ensuring consistency across operational procedures.
• Achieve financial objectives by preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions.
• Create and carry out strategic business objectives that mitigate risk and maximize profit across; recruitment, finance, legal, and restaurant operations (FOH/BOH).
• Create weekly schedules, control labor, and support ordering/inventory, with a keen eye on the seasonality and freshness of food.
• Partner with FOH and BOH to ensure a positive and collaborative environment.
• Lead by example and set the tone for health, safety, and cleanliness throughout the property.

Requirements for Success

• 3+ years of successfully running a high-volume and upscale food focused restaurant
• Proven experience delivering top-notch dining experiences
• Compassion for people and embrace Indigo Road core values
• Strong problem resolution skills and ability to proactively set the team up for success
• Have exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail
• Effective communication skills and the ability to navigate important conversation

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Competitive base pay and PTO benefits after 90 days.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and more.
• Financial Planning: Access to a 401K plan with a 50% match on your first 6% investment, along with Roth options.
• Home Loan Program: We offer a zero-interest housing loan program to help you achieve your dream of home ownership.
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts at our 15 restaurant concepts and growing boutique hotels division.
• Family Time: Benefit from 4 weeks of PTO for maternity/paternity leave.

The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract.

The Indigo Road Hospitality 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. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.