Manager

Job Summary

The Busy Bee is seeking a dependable and experienced Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations, support employees, and maintain excellent food quality and customer service. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can coordinate front-of-house and kitchen activities, manage staffing, monitor inventory, and ensure guests receive a welcoming and consistent dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations and ensure efficient service.
• Supervise, train, and motivate front-of-house and kitchen team members.
• Prepare staff schedules and coordinate shift assignments.
• Monitor food quality, portion consistency, presentation, and service standards.
• Manage inventory, supply orders, stock rotation, and waste reduction.
• Monitor labor costs, sales performance, and operating expenses.
• Handle guest feedback and resolve service concerns professionally.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the restaurant.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to keep orders accurate and timely.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, performance reviews, and employee development.
• Prepare operational reports and communicate important issues to ownership.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant supervisory or management experience is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of restaurant operations, staffing, and inventory management.
• Familiarity with POS systems, cash handling, and sales reporting.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy restaurant.
• Professional attitude and commitment to guest satisfaction.
• Reliable attendance and flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

Duties

• Conduct shift briefings and communicate daily service priorities.
• Check dining and kitchen areas for cleanliness and readiness.
• Monitor staffing levels and assist during busy service periods.
• Review inventory levels and coordinate supply replenishment.
• Track customer feedback and identify operational improvements.
• Verify closing procedures and daily reports.
• Maintain consistent service standards across the team.

Benefits

• Potential health insurance and other eligible employee benefits.
• Paid time off, subject to company policy.
• Potential performance-based incentives.
• Employee meal benefits, if offered.
• Opportunities for leadership development and career advancement.

Benefits are suggested job-post details and have not been confirmed by the employer.

About The Company

The Busy Bee is a historic Atlanta soul food restaurant founded in 1947. Known for its Southern cooking, especially fried chicken and traditional comfort-food sides, the restaurant has earned national recognition, including the James Beard Foundation’s America’s Classics Award and Michelin Bib Gourmand honors. The business is also expanding with a planned location at Centennial Yards.

Centennial Yards

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36.0 per week

Work Location: In person