Restaurant Manager- Full Operations Leadership-Daytime Only

Nudy's Cafes; Wayne (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; 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 is seeking a Restaurant Manager for daytime, full-operations leadership on the Main Line, PA. You’ll lead a 6:30 AM–4:30 PM shift, 5 days a week, coordinating front- and back-of-house operations to deliver a high-quality guest experience.

Minimum 3–5+ years in restaurant leadership, proven ability to manage both dining room and kitchen, and a focus on food safety and cleanliness. Compensation includes $55,000 base salary with a $5,000 bonus potential, plus company-paid benefits and

Qualifications

• 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, team leadership, and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Restaurant Experience by being present during peak hours and creating a welcoming environment.
• Oversee the full operation as the on-duty manager for the entire restaurant, coordinating FOH and BOH.
• Drive service and performance to maintain the 30-minute guest experience standard and ensure accurate delivery of meals.
• Develop and support the team through daily pre-shift meetings, coaching, and clear expectations.
• Maintain food safety and cleanliness with daily line checks, temperature logs, and guest-ready standards.
• Support daily business operations including inventory, cash reconciliation, and staffing flow.

Skills

Restaurant leadership

Guest experience

Team leadership

Food safety

Operations management

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

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

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

• 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

If you’re looking to join a team that cares deeply about hospitality and community —

The Nudy’s Promise

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