Restaurant Manager - Milk & Honey

Thompson Hospitality Corporation • Mc Lean, VA

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About The Position

Milk & Honey, part of Thompson Restaurants, is seeking an enthusiastic, hospitality-driven Restaurant Manager to lead the team and deliver memorable guest experiences. This hands-on leadership role supports daily operations, coaches and develops team members, maintains service standards, and helps ensure smooth shifts. The Restaurant Manager works closely with the General Manager and leadership team to drive sales, control costs, solve problems, and foster an environment where guests and employees feel valued. The role requires 50–55 hours per week, including evenings and weekends as business needs dictate.

Requirements

• Experience managing a fast-paced restaurant.
• Leadership experience.
• A great attitude and work ethic.
• Ability to remain calm and composed while multitasking in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 6–8 hours.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs, such as menus, highchairs, and booster seats.
• Ability to reach, bend, and stoop occasionally.
• Ability to use hands and arms to operate reservation systems and phones.
• Clear verbal communication skills and ability to interact with guests in a busy environment.
• Availability to work 50–55 hours per week, including evenings and weekends as business needs dictate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure seamless and efficient service.
• Lead and motivate the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and achieve performance goals.
• Monitor and maintain restaurant cleanliness, safety, and compliance with health regulations.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control to optimize profitability.
• Collaborate with culinary and service teams to uphold the restaurant’s standards.
• Work with the General Manager and leadership team to drive sales, control costs, and solve problems.
• Coach and develop team members and maintain service standards.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with matching up to 4%.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral program.
• Pet insurance.
• Discounts on hotels, travel, tickets, and restaurants.
• Discounted meal plan at HBCU client locations for employees and their relatives attending school.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed