Restaurant Manager

Fixins Soul Kitchen is renowned as one of the nation’s best soul food concepts, boasting locations in Sacramento, CA, Los Angeles, CA, Tulsa, OK, and now proudly expanding into Downtown Detroit. Known for serving authentic soul food that combines traditional flavors with a modern twist, Fixins Soul Kitchen has established itself as a favorite dining destination for guests who appreciate high-quality food paired with excellent service. Catering to a diverse clientele, the restaurant emphasizes a warm and welcoming atmosphere where community and culture come together to create memorable dining experiences. Fixins Soul Kitchen takes pride in their commitment to operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and culinary authenticity, all of which have contributed to their continued growth and success across multiple regions in the United States.

The newly opened Downtown Detroit location is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead the team and uphold the brand’s high standards. This role is essential in driving operational efficiency and ensuring guest satisfaction in a fast-paced, high-volume, full-service environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing restaurant operations, including prior experience as a Bar Manager, which is highly encouraged. The position offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $80,000 to $90,000, along with bonus structures and healthcare benefits, reflecting the importance of the role within the company. As the Restaurant Manager, you will report directly to the General Manager and be responsible for executing the company’s vision by setting up the right tools, training programs, and processes to enhance guest experience at every touchpoint.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve ensuring excellent guest service by fostering an inviting, friendly atmosphere and a well-trained, motivated front-of-house team. You will oversee team member recruitment, scheduling, training, and evaluation to maintain a productive workplace culture. A critical element of this role is to meet company goals in sales growth, food and beverage quality, cleanliness, and profitability. Attention to detail and strong leadership skills are paramount as you monitor restaurant operations, manage inventory and receiving procedures, and uphold health, safety, and labor regulations. Additionally, you will be tasked with maintaining equipment and ensuring it is in excellent working order through regular inspections.

As a dynamic leader within Fixins Soul Kitchen, you will inspire your management team and hourly staff to embody the company’s brand standards. Your ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate high-level leadership behaviors will contribute to cultivating a thriving work environment. This position requires a flexible, adaptable individual who performs well under pressure and thrives in the fast-paced restaurant industry. By joining Fixins Soul Kitchen in Detroit, you will play a vital role in expanding the company’s footprint and delivering top-notch soul food experiences to a new community. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a passionate team in a vibrant city while advancing your career in restaurant management.