Restaurant Manager

Socket.dev; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Mental wellness program

401K with company match

Paid time off and sick leave

Holiday time off

Life, disability insurance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Socket.dev, a Charlotte-based restaurant group, is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead front-of-house operations, develop the team, and deliver memorable guest experiences while meeting budgeted sales and profits. You will oversee beverage ordering, inventory, maintenance, vendor management, and staff scheduling, while coaching team members to uphold service standards and hospitality throughout shifts.

Requirements include 1 year of full-service restaurant management or 3–5 years in a

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Direct, plan, implement and monitor staff functions to deliver positive experiences and meet budgets.
• Oversee beverage ordering, inventories, promotions, and cost controls.
• Maintain FOH inventory accuracy and support beverage P&L management.
• Oversee maintenance, facilities walks, and vendor management.
• Lead hiring, scheduling and development of service staff.
• Coach and train team to uphold standards in lighting, music levels, and guest environment.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Inventory control

Vendor management

Staff development

Education

Hospitality/Management/Business degree

Tools

Service Channel

Job description

Description

WHO WE ARE

We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of countless incredible people, past and present, we’re headed to the moon with a simple mission — to make people feel good. While no one on the team is quite like the other, it’s our common values that keep us united.

• Be Authentic and Humble
• Act with Integrity
• Bring Good Energy
• Achieve as a Team
• Get Extraordinary Results
• Inspire with Hospitality

ABOUT THE RESTAURANT MANAGER ROLE

The primary responsibilities of the Restaurant Manager are to create sincere and genuine connections with team members, guests, vendors, and members of the community. This position is responsible for directing, planning, implementing, and monitoring the functions of staff members to deliver positive memorable experiences, produce quality work, and efficiently use the company’s resources to meet or exceed budgeted sales and profits.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL YOU MUST

• Manage beverage ordering, pars, promotions, and cost control (COGs).
• Conduct Bar Walks to audit wash lines, builds, and jigger use.
• Maintain FOH inventory accuracy and support beverage P&L management.
• Perform regular Facilities Walks and audits to uphold cleanliness, maintenance, and decor standards.
• Oversee maintenance requests, invoicing, and vendor management through Service Channel.
• Manage vendors for cleaning, linens, pest control, plants, and seasonal needs (heaters, mats, irrigation).
• Maintain all furniture, equipment, umbrellas, heaters, lighting, and music systems.
• Oversee store lighting, music ambiance, and ensure seasonal equipment is in place and functional.
• Lead first aid and safety equipment checks; participate in Safety Committee.
• Ensure execution and upkeep of menus, table talkers, and promotional marketing materials.
• Maintain backstock and condition of glassware, smallwares, and printed materials.
• Manage Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Repairs & Maintenance (R&M) budgets.
• Provide updates and reporting on budget spend, project status, and area of responsibility at manager meetings.
• Support hiring, scheduling, and development of service assistant and host teams.
• Coach and train team members to uphold standards in lighting, music levels, and guest environment even in leadership’s absence.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE BEING A RESTAURANT MANAGER

• Recognition and rewards for your hard work
• Generous meal benefit program
• Access to Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Mental wellness and life event management program
• Fitness discount program
• Telehealth services
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off and earned paid sick time
• Company provided Holidays off
• Company paid life, accidental, and long-term disability benefits.
• Paid Parental Leave up to four weeks when eligible.
• Competitive base compensation and potential annual 20% bonus paid quarterly

Requirements

• The position requires 1 year of full-service restaurant Manager experience or 3-5 years of a lead or 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