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Foh Restaurant Manager

KISS Cafe
Full-time
On-site
Johns Island, South Carolina, United States
$23 - $26 USD hourly

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Staff Management

  • Lead, schedule, train, and motivate FOH staff including hosts, servers, bartenders, and support roles
  • Use Homebase for staff scheduling, time tracking, and team communication
  • Support the hiring and onboarding process using Homebase's onboarding tools
  • Conduct team meetings and daily pre-shift huddles to communicate priorities and service goals
  • Address and document performance issues when necessary, in alignment with company policy

Guest Experience & Service Standards

  • Monitor and maintain the highest level of guest service across all FOH areas
  • Respond promptly and professionally to guest complaints or special requests
  • Ensure a clean, welcoming, and efficient environment from entry to exit
  • Support hosts and servers in managing wait times, reservations, and table turnover

Operational Oversight

  • Oversee opening and closing procedures for all FOH stations and ensure cleanliness and readiness
  • Maintain stock levels for paper goods, beverages, menus, and other FOH supplies
  • Coordinate with kitchen leadership and ownership on specials, promotions, and large-party needs
  • Manage floor flow and assist in service as needed, especially during peak hours

Technology & Systems

  • Proficiently operate and manage service flow using Tabit POS system
  • Ensure staff are trained in proper use of Tabit for order accuracy, payments, and guest engagement
  • Monitor POS reports for sales trends, voids, and performance metrics

Sales, Labor, and Cost Optimization

  • Monitor daily labor costs and adjust staffing levels in real-time using Homebase analytics
  • Identify opportunities for upselling and improving average check values
  • Collaborate with ownership on setting and meeting weekly and monthly sales goals
  • Maintain daily logs and contribute to forecasting and reporting as requested

Culture & Communication

  • Model and foster a team-oriented, respectful, and guest-first culture
  • Serve as a bridge between FOH and BOH teams to ensure seamless coordination
  • Promote accountability, positivity, and high performance within the team

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years of FOH management experience in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with proven leadership ability
  • Experience with Homebase (or similar platforms) for scheduling, onboarding, and timekeeping
  • Proficiency with Tabit POS or similar POS systems
  • Working knowledge of basic labor cost controls, health code compliance, and team supervision
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Annual Salary: Based on Experience
  • PTO:
  • 40 hours after 90 days
  • Additional 40 hours (total 80 annually) after 1 year of continuous service
  • Paid Holidays: Christmas Day, Thanksgiving Day, Easter Sunday
  • Bonus Eligibility: After 90-day review, based on labor cost control, cost efficiency, and revenue growth
  • Voluntary Benefits: Access to Aflac supplemental coverage
  • Employee Meals and Discounts