Restaurant Manager — Lead People & Experience

Cracker Barrel; Sevierville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Employee discounts

Paid vacation

Training & development

Job summary

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead both front- and back-of-house operations, coaching a team to deliver warm, country-hospitality guest experiences. You’ll drive inventory, scheduling, and shift execution while maintaining standards that keep guests coming back.

The role requires 2-5+ years in restaurant management, a valid driver’s license, and a willingness to work 50 hours per week, including holidays and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of teams in a restaurant setting.
• Experience managing overall restaurant operations.
• Strong guest experience focus and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front-of-house and back-of-house operations.
• Coach and develop team members.
• Manage inventory, scheduling, and staffing during shifts.
• Deliver consistent, high-quality guest experiences.

Skills

People leadership

Operations management

Guest service

Inventory control

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead both front- and back-of-house operations, coaching a team to deliver warm, country-hospitality guest experiences. You’ll drive inventory, scheduling, and shift execution while maintaining standards that keep guests coming back.

The role requires 2-5+ years in restaurant management, a valid driver’s license, and a willingness to work 50 hours per week, including holidays and weekends as needed.