Restaurant Manager
About The Position
As a Cracker Barrel Restaurant Manager, you oversee front- and back-of-house operations and lead the people and place. You help ensure guests and team members experience the company’s commitment to serving more than a meal. You coach and develop the team, manage inventory, and deliver the guest experience Cracker Barrel is known for. With company tools and training, you set an example and inspire the team to provide country hospitality. The role calls for a caring, people-first leader who can manage the full restaurant experience, balance operational priorities with team leadership, and remain composed while supporting the team during busy shifts. The stated schedule is 50 hours per week across five 10-hour shifts, including holidays and weekends as needed.
Requirements
- 2–5+ years of successful restaurant management experience.
- Ability to work 50 hours per week in five 10-hour shifts, including holidays and weekends as needed.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to lead restaurant operations, including kitchen flow and front-of-house service.
- People-first leadership, composure under pressure, and a focus on guest and employee experience.
Responsibilities
- Oversee front- and back-of-house restaurant operations.
- Coach and develop team members.
- Manage inventory.
- Deliver a strong guest experience and model country hospitality.
- Lead the team through busy shifts and encourage team members.
- Set a positive example through people-first leadership.
Benefits
- Competitive annual salary
- Annual merit increase opportunities
- Quarterly bonus opportunities
- Medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits beginning on day one
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Paid vacation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Internal advancement opportunities; over 90% of General Manager and District Manager openings are filled internally
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
