Restaurant Manager

Detroit, MI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

competitive salary

bonus structure

Healthcare benefits

Job Description

Fixins Soul Kitchen is one of the nation’s premier soul food restaurants, celebrated for its authentic flavors and vibrant atmosphere. With established locations in Sacramento, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Tulsa, OK, the brand has built a solid reputation for delivering high-quality soul food that resonates deeply with customers seeking a true taste of Southern comfort cuisine. Recently, Fixins Soul Kitchen expanded its footprint by opening a new location in Downtown Detroit, furthering its mission to bring soulful dining experiences to diverse communities across the country. The company is renowned for combining traditional recipes with a modern dining experience, attracting both loyal locals and new visitors alike with its warm hospitality and exceptional food offerings. Fixins Soul Kitchen operates as a full-service restaurant focused on delivering outstanding guest experiences through dedicated service, quality ingredients, and an inviting ambiance. The restaurant team works collaboratively to ensure every guest feels welcomed and leaves satisfied, making it a sought-after employer for passionate hospitality professionals.

The role of Restaurant Manager at Fixins Soul Kitchen in Detroit is a critical leadership position responsible for overseeing daily restaurant operations and ensuring operational excellence that meets the brand’s high standards. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Restaurant Manager leads all departments within the Front of House and plays a pivotal role in driving sales growth, maintaining superior food and beverage quality, and delivering exceptional guest service. This position is ideal for experienced restaurant professionals who thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments and possess the ability to multi-task effectively under pressure. Candidates with prior Bar Manager experience are encouraged to apply, as the role involves managing diverse teams and coordinating complex service activities to maximize operational efficiency.

The Restaurant Manager ensures that all policies, procedures, standards, and training programs are fully understood and implemented by the team. They are entrusted with hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management of the service staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment. The Restaurant Manager is also responsible for maintaining facility cleanliness and equipment upkeep, overseeing inventory and receiving processes, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and labor regulations. Exceptional leadership and communication skills are essential for articulating the company vision and brand standards to management and hourly teams alike. The position offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $90,000 per year, complemented by a bonus structure and healthcare benefits tied to experience and performance. This role represents an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking to advance their careers in restaurant management within a respected and growing soul food concept.

Job Requirements

Experience working in a fast-paced and high-volume full-service restaurant environment
Prior Bar Manager experience preferred
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
Knowledge of health, safety, and labor regulations
Strong leadership and team management skills
Ability to handle multiple responsibilities effectively
Good organizational and time management skills

Job Qualifications

Several years experience as a restaurant manager or similar position
Good business math skills with the ability to analyze cost reports effectively to drive greater profitability
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills and the ability to be flexible and adapt in any situation
Good computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in internet use and business software such as email, learning management systems, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong oral and written communication skills
Experience managing large staff in fast paced environment

Job Duties

Understand completely all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, and training programs
Ensures that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly, and courteous service at all times
Responsible for hiring great team members, weekly schedules, training and development and overall performance for Fixins Service staff
Achieve company objectives in sales, service, quality, appearance of facility and sanitation and cleanliness through training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment
Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations
Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports, and schedules in an organized and timely manner
Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal inspection and preventative maintenance programs
Ensure that all products are received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with the restaurant’s receiving policies and procedures
Oversee and ensure that restaurant policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and completed on a timely basis
Schedule labor as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met
Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for all violations of company policies, rules, and procedures
Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county, and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety, and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees, and guests