Restaurant Manager: Lead People, Scale Hospitality

Cracker Barrel; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

401k with Company Matching

Stock Purchase Program

35% Cracker Barrel discount

Exclusive Biscuit Perks

Job summary

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead both front-of-house and back-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and strong team leadership. You will coach staff, manage inventory, and model hospitality with clear standards and accountability.

Candidates should have 2–5+ years in restaurant management, including Cracker Barrel experience, and hold a valid driver’s license. This role supports a high-volume setting with weekend and holiday shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of restaurant management experience, including 1 year at Cracker Barrel.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front- and back-of-house operations and guest experience.
• Lead, coach and develop team members and manage shifts.
• Balance operational focus with people-first leadership and hospitality.

Skills

People leadership

Restaurant operations

Inventory management

Guest experience

Shift management

Team development

Customer service

Cracker Barrel familiarity

Job description

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead both front-of-house and back-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and strong team leadership. You will coach staff, manage inventory, and model hospitality with clear standards and accountability.

Candidates should have 2–5+ years in restaurant management, including Cracker Barrel experience, and hold a valid driver’s license. This role supports a high-volume setting with weekend and holiday shifts as needed.