Restaurant Manager- Full Operations Leadership-Daytime Only

Nudy's Cafes; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Nudy’s Cafés on the Main Line, PA is seeking a daytime Restaurant Manager to lead all aspects of the operation during your shift—front of house, back of house, and team performance—delivering an exceptional guest experience.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced, highly organized setting and enjoy coaching others, you can grow from RM to AGM to GM with a stable, family‑owned brand that values hospitality and standards.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of restaurant leadership experience.
• Experience in both dining room and kitchen environments.
• Ability to lead a shift with confidence and accountability.
• Strong understanding of guest experience, service flow, team leadership, and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the restaurant experience during peak hours.
• Oversee full operation from front-of-house to back-of-house.
• Maintain the 30-minute guest experience standard.
• Coach and develop team members.
• Ensure food safety and cleanliness standards.
• Manage inventory, scheduling, and daily reporting.

Skills

Restaurant leadership

Staff coaching

Guest experience

Operations management

Food safety

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Restaurant Manager – Full Operations Leadership (Daytime Only)

Nudy’s Cafés | Main Line, PA

About the Opportunity

This is a full-scope restaurant leadership role where you are responsible for delivering an exceptional guest experience while leading all aspects of the operation during your shift — front of house, back of house, team performance, and execution.

If you are a hands‑on hospitality leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, takes pride in caring for both guests and team members, and enjoys running a highly organized, high‑performing shift — we would love to meet you.

About Nudy’s Cafés

Nudy’s is a family‑owned, growing restaurant group with 15 locations across Chester, Montgomery, and Delaware Counties — and expanding toward 25 units.

We are known for:

• Warm, welcoming hospitality
• Consistent, high‑quality food
• A loyal, returning guest base
• Efficient, fast‑paced service (30‑minute experience)

At our core, we believe success comes from: Hospitality, strong standards, consistent execution, and genuine care for our guests and team.

The Role: What You’ll Do

Lead the Restaurant Experience

• Be present in the dining room during peak hours
• Create a welcoming, engaging environment for every guest
• Ensure service is warm, attentive, and efficient

Oversee the Full Operation

• You are the manager on duty, responsible for the entire restaurant
• Guide both front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house teams
• Ensure smooth, coordinated execution from kitchen to dining room

Drive Service & Performance

• Maintain our 30‑minute guest experience standard
• Support strong pacing, communication, and teamwork
• Ensure food is prepared and delivered efficiently and accurately

Develop and Support Your Team

• Lead daily pre‑shift meetings and communication
• Coach, guide, and support team members
• Provide clear expectations and consistent follow‑through
• Address performance issues with professionalism and care

Maintain Food Safety & Cleanliness Standards

• Complete daily line checks and temperature logs
• Ensure all food safety and sanitation standards are met
• Keep the restaurant guest‑ready at all times

Support Daily Business Operations

• Assist with inventory and product management
• Handle cash reconciliation and daily reporting
• Coordinate staffing flow, breaks, and shift execution

Schedule

• 6:30 AM – approximately 4:30 PM
• Daytime‑only — no nights
• 5‑day work week
• Weekends and holidays required

Why Managers Choose Nudy’s

• Daytime schedule only — no nights
• Company‑paid health insurance (major savings)
• $5,000 bonus potential
• Established, family‑owned brand (40+ years)
• Clear growth path: RM → AGM → GM → Multi‑Unit
• Structured operations with strong support systems
• Growing company with long‑term opportunity

What We’re Looking For

REQUIRED:

• 3–5+ years of restaurant leadership experience
• Experience working in both dining room and kitchen environments
• Ability to lead a shift with confidence and accountability
• Strong understanding of:
  • guest experience and service flow
  • team leadership and coaching
  • food safety and cleanliness standards

PREFERRED:

• ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Experience in high‑volume breakfast, brunch, or casual dining environments

This Role May Not Be a Fit If You:

• Prefer a role focused only on customer service without operational ownership
• Have only worked in retail or café environments
• Are not comfortable leading both kitchen and service teams
• Prefer a more flexible or less structured management role
• Are not comfortable being active and on your feet throughout the day

Compensation

• $55,000 base salary
• $5,000 bonus potential
• Company‑paid medical & dental benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO, sick time, and bereavement leave

The total compensation package provides strong overall value beyond base salary.

Locations

We operate throughout the Main Line and surrounding suburbs.

Managers are assigned a primary location, with occasional support across nearby restaurants.

Final Word

This role is for someone who:

• takes pride in creating a great guest experience
• enjoys leading and developing people
• values consistency and high standards
• wants to grow with a stable, expanding company

"We are dedicated to providing a handcrafted, neighborhood dining experience. Our goal is to make every guest feel welcome, nourished, and excited to return." — Ray Nudy, Founder