Restaurant Manager

Chuy's is a vibrant and unique Tex-Mex restaurant chain founded in 1982 in Austin, Texas. Known for its made-from-scratch Tex-Mex cuisine served in an eclectic and colorful atmosphere, Chuy's offers guests not just food but an experience filled with fun, flavor, and a welcoming environment. The restaurant is famous for its distinctive décor, including hand-carved wooden fish hanging from the ceiling and polished hubcaps suspended above each booth, creating a lively and unforgettable dining setting. This combination of exceptional food and a vibrant atmosphere has established Chuy's as a beloved destination for casual dining across multiple locations.

As a Restaurant Manager at Chuy's, you will play a critical role in shaping the guest experience and driving the daily operations of the restaurant. This position is the heartbeat of the restaurant's functionality, tasked with ensuring that every guest feels valued and cared for from the moment they walk through the doors until they leave satisfied. The Restaurant Manager leads with energy, passion, and dedication, maintaining smooth operations within the bar, lobby, and to-go systems. This role demands a proactive leader who can navigate a high-volume, fast-paced environment while fostering a team-oriented and results-driven culture.

The position offers variable pay based on location, reflecting the restaurant's commitment to competitive compensation and recognition of local market conditions. As a part of Chuy's team, you have opportunities for leadership and career advancement, with a strong emphasis on hiring and promoting from within. The Restaurant Manager must demonstrate strong management skills with at least 2-3 years of recent experience in a scratch kitchen full-service restaurant setting. Certifications in Food Handling and Alcoholic Beverage Service are also essential to meet safety and regulatory standards.

This role requires a leader with a strong sense of urgency who can adapt to the demanding pace typical of busy restaurant operations. You will oversee compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations to maintain high standards of cleanliness and health safety. Your leadership will inspire your staff to deliver exceptional customer service and ensure that menu quality and operational efficiency remain at peak levels.

Joining Chuy's means embracing a culture that highly values personality, fun, and a unique guest experience. From casual work attire to wellness benefits and exclusive employee discounts, Chuy's provides a supportive work environment designed to encourage growth and job satisfaction. The company offers an array of benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, paid vacation, parental leave, and a 401(k) plan with employer match which are subject to eligibility.

If you are passionate about hospitality, thrive in vibrant and fast-moving environments, and want to lead a team in delivering unparalleled dining experiences, this Restaurant Manager position at Chuy's is an excellent opportunity. Become a vital part of a brand with a rich story and a commitment to fun, flavor, and fantastic experiences.