Upscale Restaurant Manager

@ Goodwin Recruiting
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Upscale Restaurant Manager

Columbia, SC
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Join a respected chef-driven casual fine dining restaurant in Columbia, SC. Lead team operations, ensure guest satisfaction, and enjoy a balanced work-life with a dinner-only schedule. Opportunities for growth and a supportive environment.

Requirements

  • Lead front-of-house operations
  • Hire and develop team
  • Deliver guest experiences
  • Manage labor and scheduling
  • Work dinner-only schedule

Qualifications

  • 2+ years restaurant management
  • Full-service experience required
  • Ability to lead busy shifts
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Passion for hospitality

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RESTAURANT MANAGER | COLUMBIA, SC

Join One of Columbia’s Premier Casual Fine Dining Destinations | Dinner-Only Schedule | Sundays & Mondays Off


Are you ready to take the next step in your hospitality career with one of Columbia’s most respected independent restaurants? We’re partnering with a well-established, chef-driven concept known for exceptional food, outstanding service, and a culture that values its team.

If you’ve been searching for a management opportunity that offers an exceptional quality of life without sacrificing your career, this is it. Enjoy a dinner-only operation with the restaurant closed every Sunday and Monday, giving you a consistent two-day weekend and more time to enjoy life outside of work.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 2+ years of restaurant management experience.
  • Full-service restaurant experience required; casual fine dining experience strongly preferred.
  • Proven ability to lead busy shifts while maintaining high service standards.
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills.
  • Passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong understanding of labor, scheduling, and daily restaurant operations.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Lead daily front-of-house operations with a hands-on management style.
  • Hire, train, coach, and develop a high-performing service team.
  • Deliver an exceptional guest experience while maintaining high hospitality standards.
  • Manage labor, scheduling, and daily financial performance.
  • Partner closely with the culinary team to ensure seamless service execution.
  • Foster a positive, team-oriented culture built on accountability and respect.
  • Ability to lead and manage busy dinner services while maintaining a strong presence on the floor.
  • Must be available to work a dinner-focused schedule.

COMPENSATION

  • $65,000–$75,000 base salary
  • Performance-based bonus potential of $7K+
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid sick days
  • Dinner-only operation
  • Restaurant closed every Sunday and Monday
  • Consistent two-day weekend and exceptional quality of life
  • Career growth opportunities with a successful and highly respected restaurant
  • Supportive ownership and leadership team
  • Stable company with an outstanding reputation in the Columbia market

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY?

This is an opportunity to join a well-established, chef-driven casual fine dining restaurant where you can grow your career while enjoying a schedule that allows you to have a life outside of work.

If you’re an experienced restaurant manager who takes pride in leading teams, delivering exceptional hospitality, and running a successful operation, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Apply today to learn more!

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