Restaurant Manager

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Restaurant Manager oversees front- and back-of-house operations at a Cracker Barrel restaurant, helping deliver a strong guest experience and ensuring team members feel valued. The role focuses on leading, coaching, and developing the team; managing inventory; maintaining kitchen and service operations; and setting an example of country hospitality. The manager balances operational priorities with people-first leadership and supports the team through busy shifts.

The position requires the ability to work 50 hours per week across five 10-hour shifts, including holidays and weekends as needed. A valid driver’s license is required.

Requirements

• 2–5+ years of successful restaurant management experience.
• Ability to work 50 hours per week, typically five 10-hour shifts.
• Ability to work holidays and weekends as needed.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Leadership approach that values employees and guests.
• Ability to manage both kitchen operations and front-of-house service.
• Ability to stay composed under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front- and back-of-house restaurant operations.
• Coach and develop team members.
• Manage inventory.
• Deliver a positive guest experience and uphold Cracker Barrel’s hospitality standards.
• Lead and encourage the team, including during busy shifts.
• Balance operational priorities with people-focused leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Annual merit increase opportunities.
• Quarterly bonus opportunities.
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Paid vacation.
• Employee assistance program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development.
• Onboarding, training, and development.
• Recognition programs and employee events.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions after 90 days.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• 35% discount on Cracker Barrel food and retail items.
• Discounts on home, travel, and cell phone services.

What This Job Offers

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