Restaurant Manager

Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants; Tennessee; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Quarterly bonus

Paid time off

401(k)

Health insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shld

Dental & vision insurance

Life, accident protection & critical-;

Domestic partner benefits

Employee discounts

E‑Verify participant

Job summary

Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is opening Tacos El Terry on Broadway in Nashville, seeking a Restaurant Manager for its high-energy, full-service team. The role focuses on overseeing daily operations and leading front‑of‑house teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

With 2+ years of restaurant management experience, you will manage shifts, coach staff, control costs, and collaborate with the GM to grow sales while maintaining a culture of caring.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant management experience.
• Skilled in developing guest rapport.
• Skilled in leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Run shifts and lead and direct the daily operations of a restaurant.
• Lead pre-shift meetings and participate in line, temperature and cooler checks; oversee all closing manager duties including counting down the safe, reviewing labor sheets and preparing nightly numbers email.
• Organize, run and supervise smooth and efficient daily opening and closing shifts, ensuring an exceptional guest and employee experience.
• Provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering our Culture of Caring.
• Respond immediately and effectively to guest and employee needs and feedback.
• Assist GM in managing costs, driving sales and growing the business in support of financial goals.
• Partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as needed.
• Perform regular and ad‑hoc inventories of food, beverage and restaurant supplies and track high cost items; place food, beverage and restaurant supply orders; and accept and inspect deliveries.
• Model and promote teamwork across all teams.
• Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy.
• Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed.

Skills

Guest rapport

Team leadership

Restaurant management

Job description

Opening early Fall 2026 in the middle of the Broadway action, Tacos El Terry is a high‑energy quick‑service taqueria. We will focus on a simple, quality menu featuring 4‑5 made‑to‑order tacos, chips, guacamole, and fresh salsas. Every taco is made‑to‑order and served on fresh handmade tortillas. Our beverage program will focus on the classics; margaritas, palomas, and ice‑cold beer. We are seeking a foundational team of hospitality and culinary professionals to operate this high‑volume exciting Broadway location on Nashville’s most iconic street.

Restaurant Manager

We are looking for a Restaurant Manager with 2+ years of experience in a high‑volume, full‑service environment. The Manager will oversee daily operations, focusing on leading service alongside front‑of‑house teams.

Responsibilities

• Run shifts and lead and direct the daily operations of a restaurant.
• Lead pre‑shift meetings and participate in line, temperature and cooler checks; oversee all closing manager duties including counting down the safe, reviewing labor sheets and preparing nightly numbers email.
• Organize, run and supervise smooth and efficient daily opening and closing shifts, ensuring an exceptional guest and employee experience.
• Provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering our Culture of Caring.
• Respond immediately and effectively to guest and employee needs and feedback.
• Assist GM in managing costs, driving sales and growing the business in support of financial goals.
• Partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as needed.
• Perform regular and ad‑hoc inventories of food, beverage and restaurant supplies and track high cost items; place food, beverage and restaurant supply orders; and accept and inspect deliveries.
• Model and promote teamwork across all teams.
• Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy.
• Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed.
• Move and lift up to 10 lbs, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 lbs, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant management experience.
• Skilled in developing guest rapport.
• Skilled in leading teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Quarterly bonus.
• Paid time off – including paid holidays, personal days and vacation.
• 401(k).
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance.
• Dental & vision insurance.
• Life, accident protection & critical illness insurance.
• Domestic partner benefits.
• Restaurant discounts.
• Employee assistance program – focusing on commitment to mental health & wellness.

USD $55,000.00 – USD $70,000.00 / Yr.

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