Restaurant Manager

Cracker Barrel is a well-established American restaurant and retail chain known for its distinctive Southern country theme and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Founded in 1969, Cracker Barrel has grown to include hundreds of locations across multiple states, employing over 70,000 team members nationwide. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering excellent food, hospitality, and memorable customer experiences, making it a popular dining destination for families and travelers alike. Cracker Barrel is more than just a restaurant; it is a place where guests can reconnect, enjoy plentiful servings of Southern-inspired cuisine, and shop for unique gifts and home decor in the adjoining country store. The company prides itself on a culture of care, community, and consistent hospitality that has endured for over 50 years, and it invests heavily in the growth and development of its employees to maintain this standard. Their commitment to equal opportunity employment ensures a diverse and inclusive workplace where all team members are valued and respected regardless of their background or identity.

The Restaurant Associate Manager role at Cracker Barrel offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about restaurant leadership and guest service. As a Restaurant Associate Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving business results by delivering outstanding guest experiences and fostering a positive work environment for team members. This position involves leading and managing all store operations, both front-of-house and back-of-house, ensuring smooth daily functioning while upholding the company’s hallmark hospitality standards. You will be empowered with home office support available 24/7 and receive comprehensive training to excel as a role model for the employee and guest experience. This leadership role requires managing a diverse team, handling operational tasks such as staffing, inventory, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The work schedule typically involves 50 hours per week composed of five 10-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays as necessary.

Cracker Barrel emphasizes a caring attitude and dedication to hospitality in all employees, which is foundational to the company’s service philosophy. The company also offers a competitive annual salary along with bonuses and merit increases, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits starting immediately on day one, and many other advantages designed to support your well-being and professional growth. With nearly 100% of management promotions coming from within, Cracker Barrel provides ample opportunities for career advancement including tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and 401k plans with company matching contributions. Employees also enjoy exclusive discounts on Cracker Barrel foods and retail merchandise, making this a rewarding and fulfilling place to advance your restaurant management career. If you are driven by hospitality, leadership, and achieving operational excellence, this role at Cracker Barrel invites you to join a company where the work truly means more because it is done together in good company.