Restaurant Manager - Calhoun's Oak Ridge

RiseMe; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Telemedicine services

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid vacation time

Flex days

Generous 401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Calhoun's Oak Ridge, TN is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead a front- and back-of-house team, driving guest satisfaction, coaching staff, and upholding quality in a casual to upscale setting. This role demands hands-on leadership, strong communication, and a passion for hospitality.

You will manage costs, schedules and daily operations while partnering with local marketing for events and ensuring a welcoming experience for every guest.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of management experience in casual, upscale-casual or fine dining.
• A positive, hands-on leadership style and a genuine passion for hospitality.
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills; excellent attention to detail.
• Proven ability to train, motivate and develop a successful team.
• Ability to balance excellent guest service with strong operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and make guest service and satisfaction a top priority.
• Recruit, train, develop and retain talented front-of-house and back-of-house team members.
• Promote a safe working environment by identifying and addressing potential hazards.
• Complete daily operational paperwork accurately and on time.

Job description

Restaurant Manager – Oak Ridge, TN

Calhoun's is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Restaurant Manager to join the leadership team at one of our Oak Ridge or Knoxville locations!

Our managers set the tone for the restaurant by leading with positivity, supporting their teams and creating an experience that makes every guest feel welcome. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable and passionate about developing people and delivering outstanding hospitality.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead by example and make guest service and satisfaction a top priority
• Respond to guest concerns quickly and professionally, ensuring every guest leaves happy
• Recruit, train, develop and retain talented front-of-house and back-of-house team members
• Support initiatives that improve the guest experience and build long-term loyalty
• Help the restaurant achieve established operational and financial goals
• Participate in community involvement and local marketing efforts
• Manage food, beverage and labor costs without compromising quality or service
• Monitor operating expenses, including utilities, supplies and smallwares
• Promote a safe working environment by identifying and addressing potential hazards
• Complete daily operational paperwork accurately and on time, including payroll, purchase orders, bank deposits and employment-related forms

Qualifications

• Two to five years of management experience in casual, upscale-casual or fine dining
• A positive, hands-on leadership style and a genuine passion for hospitality
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skillsExcellent attention to detail
• Proven ability to train, motivate and develop a successful team
• Ability to balance excellent guest service with strong operational performance

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Telemedicine services
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Flex days
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan

If you are ready to lead a great team, build meaningful guest relationships and grow your restaurant management career, we would love to meet you.