Earn $22 per hour plus cash tips while helping lead the front-of-house team at Kafenio Modern Greek Diner, an established neighborhood restaurant in Decatur. This full-time Restaurant Shift Manager role offers approximately 40 hours per week with no late nights , giving you the opportunity to work alongside an experienced, low-turnover team serving authentic scratch-made Greek cuisine. This hands-on Restaurant Shift Lead role is ideal for an experienced server ready to step into restaurant management or a current Shift Manager looking for a stable, long-term opportunity. You'll help lead front-of-house operations during service, manage the team, maintain hospitality standards, and help deliver an exceptional guest experience every day. You'll join an independently owned restaurant with loyal neighborhood regulars and a collaborative team that takes pride in delivering genuine hospitality. If you're looking for a professional restaurant where quality, teamwork, and hospitality come first, we'd love to meet you. Compensation $22.00 per hour Cash tips Full-time hourly position Benefits Paid time off Paid sick leave Health insurance Flexible scheduling Company dining perks Free parking Schedule Approximately 34 to 40 hours per week Five-day work week Evening and weekend availability required No late nights Closed on major holidays Conveniently accessible by MARTA public transportation. Why This Role Stands Out $22 per hour plus cash tips No late nights Established independent restaurant with low turnover Authentic scratch-made Greek cuisine Upscale casual full-service restaurant Safe and Sober work place Loyal neighborhood following Progressive, inclusive work environment Opportunity to learn every aspect of an independent restaurant operation About the Role As the FOH shift lead, you'll lead front-of-house operations during your shifts while working alongside the service team to deliver exceptional hospitality, support daily operations, and maintain a consistently high standard of service. You'll train and manage team members, uphold service standards, and help create a welcoming experience for every guest. Working closely with ownership, you'll play an important role in maintaining the high standards and neighborhood hospitality that have made Kafenio a local favorite. About Kafenio Built on genuine hospitality and strong community relationships, Kafenio has developed a loyal following of regular guests and a small, experienced team with remarkably low turnover. It's a restaurant where team members know their guests, take pride in their work, and enjoy being part of a close-knit, professional team. Responsibilities Lead front-of-house operations during assigned shifts Supervise and support the service team Maintain exceptional guest service standards Train, coach, and motivate staff Delegate responsibilities effectively Assist with ordering, receiving, and inventory management Monitor dining room flow and service quality Resolve guest concerns professionally Support opening and closing procedures Maintain cleanliness and operational standards Foster a positive and collaborative work place Qualifications Previous Restaurant Manager, Shift Manager, Shift Lead, or Key Holder experience required Previous serving experience required Experience supervising servers in a full-service restaurant Independent restaurant experience preferred Strong customer service and communication skills Effective leadership and delegation abilities Positive attitude toward staff and guests Calm under pressure with strong multitasking skills Organized, dependable, and self-motivated Professional appearance and communication Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds

Pay:

$22.00 per hour Expected hours: 32.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Application Question(s): Are you available Saturday and Sunday?

Experience:

Serving:

3 years (Required) Restaurant management: 2 years (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Decatur, GA 30030 (Required)

Work Location:

In person