Restaurant Operations Manager

Spoon and Stable is seeking an experienced and organized Restaurant Operations Manager to support daily restaurant operations and help maintain high standards of hospitality, food service, and team performance. This role involves coordinating front-of-house and kitchen activities, supporting staff development, monitoring service quality, and helping ensure efficient restaurant operations. The ideal candidate has strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills and is comfortable working in a fast-paced dining environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations and service activities.
• Coordinate front-of-house and kitchen workflows to support efficient service.
• Support and guide restaurant team members throughout each shift.
• Monitor guest satisfaction, order accuracy, and service standards.
• Assist with staff scheduling, training, onboarding, and performance coaching.
• Address guest concerns and service issues professionally.
• Monitor food, beverage, and operating supply levels.
• Assist with inventory tracking, ordering, receiving, and stock organization.
• Support POS operations and established cash-handling procedures.
• Help maintain restaurant cleanliness, organization, and presentation standards.
• Support opening and closing procedures and daily operational checklists.
• Communicate staffing, supply, and operational needs to senior management.
• Help identify opportunities to improve workflow and customer service.
• Follow food-safety, sanitation, workplace, and company procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, hospitality, or food-service operations experience.
• Previous supervisory or restaurant management experience is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer-service skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with POS systems, inventory control, and restaurant procedures.
• Ability to train, support, and motivate team members.
• Professional and respectful approach to guests and coworkers.

Benefits

• Training and management support.
• Opportunities to develop leadership and restaurant operations skills.
• Employee dining perks may be available.
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Additional benefits may vary by position and employment status.

About the Company

Spoon and Stable is a Minneapolis dining establishment known for its restaurant and hospitality experience. The restaurant team works together to deliver attentive guest service, maintain operational standards, and support smooth daily service.

Pay: $40.79 - $44.85 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person