Front of House Manager - (Expired Job)

Husk is a nationally acclaimed restaurant located in the heart of downtown Nashville, Tennessee, known for its modern Southern cuisine. Since its establishment in 2013, Husk has set the standard for authentic Southern dining by embracing the rich heritage of the region's ingredients and transforming them into innovative dishes that celebrate tradition while pushing culinary boundaries. With an on-site garden steps away from the kitchen and strong partnerships with local farmers and purveyors, Husk ensures that every ingredient is fresh, locally sourced, and reflective of the true spirit of Southern hospitality. The restaurant is part of The Neighborhood Dining Group, which also includes Marbled & Fin, Delaney Oyster House, Minero, and The James, all committed to redefining culinary leadership and fostering a culture of purposeful cooking and outstanding service in Charleston and beyond.

The role of Front of House Manager at Husk is a prestigious opportunity designed for a hospitality-driven leader who is passionate about providing genuine Southern hospitality at its finest. This full-time position offers highly competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance after just 30 days of employment. Employees also benefit from a 401(k) plan with an employer match, generous paid time off that increases with tenure, paid parking, access to employer-paid therapy and mental health resources via Modern Health, next-day pay access, and various employee perks, including dining and gym membership discounts. The work environment supports professional growth through leadership development, a learning culture, and an internal job board for career advancement, alongside a quarterly profit-sharing program that rewards exceptional team contributions.

As the Front of House Manager, you will collaborate closely with the General Manager to oversee all aspects of daily restaurant operations, ensuring an exceptional guest experience while maintaining sound financial performance. Your leadership will cultivate a positive, high-performing team environment by providing coaching, constructive feedback, and mentorship. You will be instrumental in recruiting, hiring, training, and onboarding new front-of-house team members, emphasizing consistent hospitality standards and a welcoming atmosphere. Ensuring effective communication between the front and back of the house is crucial to delivering seamless service, while maintaining strict cleanliness, safety, and sanitation protocols across all shifts is mandatory. Your diligent record-keeping of service logs, staffing, maintenance needs, and daily performance will support operational excellence. The role requires a visible leadership presence as you will actively work a full rotation of opening, mid, and closing shifts to lead by example and maintain high standards throughout the service day.

Ideal candidates for this position are proven leaders with management experience in a full-service, professional restaurant environment. You should possess a deep passion for hospitality and be knowledgeable about food, wine, spirits, and refined cocktails, able to inspire your team while delivering outstanding guest experiences. A hands-on, ownership-driven work ethic combined with an authentic, honest, and enthusiastic personality will help you succeed in this role. You must have the ability to problem solve in real time, support your staff effectively, and maintain a focus on creating once-in-a-lifetime guest moments consistently. This is also an opportunity for personal and professional growth, as Husk encourages the development of its leaders and team members across all ages and experience levels.

If you are passionate about leading a dynamic front-of-house team in a high-performance, forward-thinking restaurant group dedicated to innovation, mentorship, and exceptional Southern hospitality, Husk invites you to apply. Join a company where history meets innovation and contribute to creating unforgettable dining experiences that honor Nashville's culinary heritage.