Restaurant Manager Hair of the Dog - 2.0 Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time $18 - $24 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance Paid time off Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food quality maintenance Food service closing procedures Occupational safety regulation compliance Guest relations Food service health code compliance Food service opening procedures Bar safety compliance (food service) Handling large sums of money Inventory management Team leadership Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) implementation Store closing procedures Coaching Staff scheduling Labor cost analysis Store opening procedures Mid-level Incident Escalation Performance management Disciplinary action management Leading team collaboration initiatives Quality control experience within food and beverage industry Restaurant cost management Managing food service teams POS systems Escalation handling Standard operating procedures (SOPs)

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Company parties Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Restaurant Manager Moliar Hospitality Group (MHG) Hourly | Full-Time | Leadership Role Role Summary The Hourly Restaurant Manager is responsible for running the restaurant during assigned shifts and ensuring MHG standards are executed at all times. This role is hands-on, floor-driven, and results-focused. When you are on duty, you own the building —people, product, guests, and problems. This is not a supervisory title for senior servers. This is an operating leader role with real accountability. Core Responsibilities Shift Leadership & Operations Act as Manager-on-Duty (MOD) during assigned shifts Open, run, and close the restaurant according to MHG SOPs Ensure service, food quality, speed, and cleanliness meet brand standards Handle guest issues immediately and professionally Maintain health, safety, and alcohol compliance standards Execute daily checklists—no skipped steps, no shortcuts Team Leadership Lead FOH and BOH staff during service Enforce policies, standards, and expectations consistently Coach performance in real time—fix issues on the floor, not after the fact Approve shift swaps, breaks, and call-outs per policy Escalate discipline issues to senior management with proper documentation Labor & Cost Control Execute posted schedules and control labor during shifts Make real-time labor decisions based on sales volume Prevent waste, theft, over-pouring, and excessive comps Follow inventory, cash handling, and tip compliance procedures Cash & Accountability Ensure accurate cash handling and shift paperwork Approve comps/voids within authorized limits Secure cash, keys, and alarm codes Report variances or issues immediately Communication & Reporting Communicate shift issues, maintenance needs, and staffing problems clearly Complete shift notes and manager logs Follow MHG communication systems (GroupMe, R365, POS notes, etc.) Support events, promotions, and special programs as scheduled Experience & Qualifications 2-4+ years restaurant experience (management or lead role preferred) Strong service standards and floor presence Ability to lead under pressure and stay calm during volume Understanding of basic labor control and cash handling Nights, weekends, and holidays required Must be physically able to work long shifts on your feet Pay Structure Hourly rate based on experience Eligibility for shift-based incentives or performance bonuses (if applicable) Overtime paid in accordance with state and federal law Non-Negotiables Punctuality and reliability Professional conduct on and off the clock Consistent enforcement of policies Zero tolerance for dishonesty or favoritism