Restaurant Manager

Darden Restaurants Inc.; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Career development

Casual attire

Employee Wellness

Discount program

State benefits overview

Parental Leave

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid Vacation

401(K) with Employer Match

Subject to eligibility

Job summary

Chuy's, Cookeville, TN, is hiring a Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations across the bar, lobby and to-go service. You will drive guest satisfaction with energy, passion and a commitment to excellence in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

Qualifications include 2–3 years of management in a scratch-kitchen environment, Food Handlers and Alcoholic Beverage Server certifications, and a strong sense of urgency. Competitive salary and a robust benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of management experience in a high-volume full-service restaurant.
• Certification in Food Handlers and Alcoholic Beverage Server requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with urgency.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations across the bar, lobby and to-go services.
• Drive guest satisfaction with energy, passion and excellence.
• Ensure safety, sanitation and smooth service through the team.

Skills

Management experience

Sense of Urgency

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Education

Food Handlers Certification / Alcoholic Beverage Servers Certification

Job description

Location: S. Willow Ave, Cookeville, TN, 38501

For this position, pay will be variable by location

See additional job details and benefits below

At Chuy’s, we don’t just serve food—we serve fun, flavor, and fantastic experiences. As the Restaurant Manager, you’ll be the heartbeat of our operations, making sure our guests feel the love from the moment they walk in to the last sip of their margarita. You’ll lead with energy, passion, and a commitment to excellence, keeping our bar, lobby, and to-go systems running smooth and strong.

Restaurant Manager Qualifications:

• At least 2-3 years of recent management experience in a high-volume full-service restaurant in a scratch kitchen.
• Food Handlers Certification / Alcoholic Beverage Servers Certification.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Understanding of food and equipment safety and sanitation regulations.
• Results driven and team oriented.

Restaurant Manager Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Leadership and Career Development Opportunities (We hire and promote from within!)
• Casual work attire
• EAP - Employee Wellness Benefits
• Exclusive employee discount program
• State Benefits Overview
• Parental Leave*
• Medical, Dental and Vision*
• Paid Vacation*
• 401(K) with Employer Match**
• Subject to eligibility

OUR STORY:

Founded in 1982 in Austin, Texas, Chuy's serves made from scratch Tex-Mex cuisine in an eclectic atmosphere full of color and personality. With our signature touches, from the hand-carved wooden fish "swimming" from the ceiling to the hubcaps hanging bright and shiny above your booth, our culture is far from boring and waiting on you to join the FUN!Come have some fun on our time!