A Restaurant or Food Service Manager oversees daily operations at a restaurant or an institution that serves meals such as a college or hospital. Hires, trains and supervises food service workers, manages meal and work schedules, supervises supply orders, food preparation and the quality of food and service, and monitors compliance with health regulations.
Restaurant Operations Manager Full Service & Bar Location:
Charlottesville, VA Great restaurants do not run on autopilot. They run on active, engaged leadership on the floor. We are partnering with a high-volume, full-service restaurant in Charlottesville, VA, to find an Operations Manager who understands the real pace of hospitality. Whether you cut your teeth in a respected independent concept or a structured corporate brand, this role is designed for an emerging leader ready to make a tangible operational impact. This is a front-line leadership role focused on shift execution, team stability, and the guest experience. What You Will Do Lead front-of-house operations during high-volume shifts, ensuring a seamless, high-quality guest experience from the door to the table. Support, coach, and develop a team of servers, bartenders, and support staff to elevate service standards. Drive sequence of service and beverage program execution in a busy, full-bar environment. Manage daily shift execution, including dynamic floor plans, labor controls, and real-time problem resolution. Partner with senior leadership to protect operational consistency, build team morale, and drive long-term profitability.
Qualifications Required:
1 to 2 years of front-of-house management experience in a full-service restaurant and bar environment. Operational background in either a respected independent concept or a structured corporate/franchise brand. Strong understanding of bar operations, full-service pacing, and effective guest recovery. Ability to remain calm, direct, and effective when the restaurant is full and the pressure is on.
Preferred:
Working knowledge of restaurant scheduling, basic labor management, and high-volume beverage operations. Compensation & Benefits Base salary of approximately $70,000 annually. Performance-based bonus opportunity. Comprehensive benefits package. Paid time off (PTO) to support a sustainable hospitality career. How to Apply This leadership role is available immediately. To apply, please send your professional resume to . Tom Bull is an award-winning hospitality professional recruiter. We know the stakes of a job search in this industry. All resumes and inquiries will be treated with strict professional confidentiality.
