Restaurant Manager

Local Station is a contemporary Southern kitchen and bar rooted in the flavors of Northeast Georgia. Known for crafting seasonal menus that highlight locally sourced ingredients, Local Station delivers genuine hospitality and fosters a team culture built on pride, accountability, and growth. This establishment is part of Jack's Brand Restaurant Group, a family-owned hospitality company with five unique concepts across the Northeast Georgia region, including Local Station, Jack's, Jack's Public House, ReBar, and Traditions Golf and Country Club. Founded in 2007, the group has thrived by adhering to core values that emphasize great food, authentic service, and a strong sense of community. Each concept maintains its individual identity while upholding shared standards of excellence, encouraging team members to take pride in their work and care deeply for guests. The organization promotes internal growth, investing in their teams by building careers rather than just jobs.

The opportunity at Local Station for a Restaurant Manager is designed for a driven, service-minded individual ready to grow into a leadership role within the company. The position begins as an hourly role with a structured path to a salaried management position based on development and performance milestones. This role is ideal for those with strong hospitality instincts, leadership potential, and the desire to build something meaningful and impactful within the restaurant industry. The manager will lead and develop the front-of-house team, handling hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management, ensuring the highest standard of guest experience through attentive and genuine hospitality.

Responsibilities also include overseeing daily operational procedures like opening and closing, cash handling, and reporting. The restaurant manager will collaborate closely with kitchen staff to ensure smooth menu execution, maintain service pacing, and foster effective communication between the front- and back-of-house. Financial oversight is crucial, with the manager monitoring labor and beverage costs and holding the team accountable for variances. Compliance with health, safety, and responsible alcohol service regulations is essential. Additionally, the manager will cultivate relationships with regular guests, drive retention through personalized hospitality, and partner with ownership on private events, seasonal programming, and ongoing operational improvements.

The role offers starting pay between $20 to $24 per hour based on experience, with a clear path to salaried management and eligibility for performance bonuses. Benefits include paid time off and ample opportunities for career growth within a family-owned, multi-concept hospitality group that values consistent excellence and community connection. This position requires flexibility, including availability during evenings, weekends, and holidays, making it well-suited for dedicated hospitality professionals seeking to advance their careers in a supportive and growth-oriented environment.