Restaurant Manager

Flight Deck Restaurant is seeking an experienced, dependable, and motivated Restaurant Manager to join our management team. We are a busy, high-volume, full-service restaurant looking for a strong leader who can oversee daily operations, support our employees, and ensure an excellent dining experience for every guest.

The ideal candidate is organized, confident in making decisions, capable of working in a fast-paced environment, and comfortable managing a team of 40+ employees. This position requires a hands-on management approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to maintain smooth and efficient restaurant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily front-of-house operations, ensuring efficient service and a positive guest experience.
• Manage restaurant opening and closing procedures, including cash handling, register reconciliation, and securing the restaurant.
• Supervise and coordinate a staff of 40+ employees while maintaining accountability, teamwork, and professionalism.
• Direct and control the restaurant floor during peak business hours, ensuring appropriate staffing, timely service, and smooth operations.
• Manage guest reservations, large parties, and seating arrangements to maximize efficiency and accommodate guest needs.
• Professionally address guest complaints, resolve concerns, and maintain high standards of customer satisfaction.
• Support employees throughout their shifts, providing leadership, guidance, and assistance when needed.
• Ensure restaurant cleanliness, food safety, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Communicate effectively with fellow managers, kitchen staff, and front-of-house employees to maintain consistent service.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges quickly and effectively.

Requirements

• ServSafe Manager Certification.
• Valid South Carolina alcohol server/manager training certification.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be available to work approximately 50 hours per week, including evenings, Fridays, and Saturdays as scheduled.

Preferred Experience

• Previous restaurant management experience, preferably in a high-volume, fast-paced, full-service restaurant.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supervising large teams and managing restaurant operations during busy service periods.
• Knowledge of cash management, opening and closing procedures, and guest service standards.
• Ability to remain professional, calm, and efficient under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience managing a team of 40 or more employees.
• Experience handling reservations, large parties, and high-volume restaurant service.
• Previous experience using Toast POS and Toast Tables for point-of-sale operations, reservation management, and restaurant floor coordination.

Schedule & Benefits

• Full-time position averaging approximately 50 hours per week.
• Closed every Sunday.
• Paid holidays off on designated restaurant holidays.
• Paid vacation time after one year of employment.
• Established restaurant with a large team and consistent business.
• Opportunity to play an important leadership role in daily restaurant operations.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who leads by example, takes initiative, and understands the importance of both guest satisfaction and employee teamwork. The right candidate will be comfortable taking charge during busy shifts, making sound decisions, and working alongside the rest of our management team to maintain the standards and reputation of Flight Deck Restaurant.

If you have a strong background in restaurant management and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $42,500.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Restaurant management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ServSafe Certification (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lexington, SC 29072 (Required)

Work Location: In person