Restaurant Manager

Fixins Soul Kitchen is an acclaimed soul food restaurant chain recognized for its authentic, flavorful dishes and commitment to delivering a memorable dining experience. With established locations in Sacramento, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Tulsa, OK, Fixins Soul Kitchen has gained a strong reputation as one of the nation’s premier soul food concepts. The brand is celebrated for its rich culinary heritage, inviting ambiance, and dedicated service staff that ensures every guest feels welcomed and cared for. Recently, Fixins Soul Kitchen expanded its footprint by opening a new location in Downtown Detroit, aiming to bring its beloved menu and top-tier hospitality to the Detroit community and surrounding areas.

We are currently seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead our Detroit team through this exciting growth phase. This is a full-time opportunity offering a competitive annual salary range of $80,000 to $90,000, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package. The ideal candidate will have a strong background working in fast-paced, high-volume full-service restaurant environments, with proven leadership skills and the ability to manage both front-of-house and bar operations effectively.

The Restaurant Manager will report directly to the General Manager and play a pivotal role in ensuring operational excellence across all facets of the restaurant. This includes driving sales growth, enhancing guest satisfaction, maintaining food and beverage quality, and maximizing profitability. You will be responsible for implementing and monitoring training programs, managing staff performance, and upholding the company’s high standards of service and operational procedures.

This role demands someone who can multi-task efficiently while working under pressure, balancing the demands of managing staff, scheduling, and customer service excellence. Candidates with prior experience as Bar Managers are especially encouraged to apply, as their expertise will be invaluable in overseeing the seamless integration of bar services within the restaurant’s operations.

In this leadership position, you will foster a positive and productive work environment by motivating your team to deliver outstanding service consistently. You will ensure that all guests receive courteous, responsive service and that the restaurant environment remains clean, safe, and well-maintained. Handling administrative responsibilities such as paperwork, scheduling, and compliance with health and labor regulations will also be part of your day-to-day activities.

Joining Fixins Soul Kitchen means becoming part of an organization dedicated to preserving the soul food tradition while innovating ways to elevate the guest experience. If you have a passion for hospitality, a keen eye for detail, and the leadership qualities needed to drive a successful restaurant team, this role offers a fantastic platform to grow your career in restaurant management within a vibrant and expanding brand.