Restaurant Manager — Lead Fast-Paced Service & Team Growth

Larkin's Restaurants; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health insurance

PTO

Sick time

Life insurance

Training & development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Grill Marks Columbia is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations and ensure a consistent, high-quality guest experience. You will run shifts, manage the FOH and BOH teams, and uphold standards through effective leadership and clear communication.

The role demands strong leadership, hands-on floor presence, and the ability to balance people management with performance outcomes in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the General Manager/Director of Food & Beverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of management experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to manage a shift in real time.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stay organized and composed in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to coach and develop team members.
• Commitment to hospitality, service standards, and team culture.

Responsibilities

• Run opening and closing shifts, taking full ownership of the operation during service.
• Lead and manage front-of-house team performance and guest experience.
• Maintain visibility on the floor and actively manage the flow of service.
• Coach, train, and develop team members to meet performance standards.
• Address guest concerns promptly and professionally.
• Partner with kitchen leadership to ensure seamless execution between FOH and BOH.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and service standards.
• Support staffing, scheduling, and labor management.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional environment.
• Lead by example in hospitality, communication, and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Communication

Coaching

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Job description

Grill Marks Columbia is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations and ensure a consistent, high-quality guest experience. You will run shifts, manage the FOH and BOH teams, and uphold standards through effective leadership and clear communication.

The role demands strong leadership, hands-on floor presence, and the ability to balance people management with performance outcomes in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the General Manager/Director of Food & Beverage.