Restaurant Manager

The Rustic; The Colony (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Founding team opportunity

Brand-new location

Job summary

The Rustic is opening a new location in The Colony, Texas, and we’re building a founding team of guest‑focused leaders. We’re seeking Restaurant Managers who can run daily Front of House and Back of House operations, elevate guest experiences, and guide a rockstar team.

Bring high‑energy leadership, a passion for hospitality, and comfort with restaurant technology. You’ll hire, train, and develop staff while upholding food quality, safety, and a vibrant, music‑driven vibe that guests remember.

Qualifications

• Experience leading both Front of House and Back of House teams.
• Strong guest-service mindset and people leadership.
• Familiarity with restaurant technology and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily Front of House & Back of House operations.
• Create remarkable guest experiences — every time.
• Lead and inspire a rockstar team.
• Handle hiring, training, and development.
• Ensure top-notch food quality, cleanliness, and safety.
• Monitor budgets, inventory, and scheduling.
• Keep our vibe strong and our guests coming back.

Skills

Front of House management

Leadership

Guest service

Hospitality

Problem solving

Restaurant technology

Team training

Job description

Do you love live music, scratch-made eats, and creating unforgettable guest experiences? Then it's time to join The Rustic — where great vibes, great food, and great people come together.

Now Opening in The Colony — November 2026 | Interviewing Now for Our Founding Team!

We're on the hunt for Restaurant Managers at all levels who are passionate about hospitality and ready to lead in a high-energy, guest-first environment. Whether you're a seasoned manager or an up-and-coming leader, if you bring the drive, we'll bring the opportunity.

This is your chance to get in on the ground floor of a brand-new location — help shape the culture, train the team, and set the tone for what The Rustic will mean to this community for years to come.

WHO WE ARE

The Rustic is more than a restaurant — it's a gathering place for great music, food, and memories. As part of the FreeRange Concepts family (home to The General Public, Bowl & Barrel, Joe Leo, and more), we believe in Fun, Teamwork, Ownership, Passion, Innovation, and Integrity. If that sounds like your vibe, keep reading. Get to know us: www.freerangeconcepts.com

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Manage daily Front of House & Back of House operations
• Create remarkable guest experiences — every time
• Lead and inspire a rockstar team
• Handle hiring, training, and development
• Ensure top-notch food quality, cleanliness, and safety
• Monitor budgets, inventory, and scheduling
• Keep our vibe strong and our guests coming back

WHAT YOU BRING

• Passion for people and hospitality
• High-energy leadership and problem-solving skills
• F&B knowledge and comfort with restaurant tech
• Love for music, good times, and good company

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE

• We promote from within — your growth matters
• Be a founding member of a brand that's truly one-of-a-kind
• Help shape the guest experience in a venue that rocks — literally

Ready to create something remarkable?