Restaurant Manager

About the role

Koko’s on the Pier is looking for a Restaurant Manager who knows that great hospitality is about more than what’s on the plate — it’s about the people, the energy, and the experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love leading a team, and can keep things running smoothly while the beach crowd rolls in, we want you on our team. Come be part of the fun, the food, and the unmistakable Koko’s atmosphere right on the pier. As a Restaurant Manager, you'll help lead daily operations, coach team members, and deliver exceptional guest experiences while supporting the General Manager.

Location

1 Arctic Avenue Folly Beach, SC

Pay

$60,000 – $65,000 per year (with annual bonus opportunities)

Benefits

• A culture that values passion, individuality, and fun!
• Opportunities for internal growth and development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Earned Wage Access through PayActiv — access to your earned wages before payday!
• Affordable medical, dental, & vision insurance plans
• Company provided life insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Traditional 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with employer matching of up to 3.5%
• Tuition assistance discount programs
• Referral program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts at all Avocet-owned hotels & restaurants

Responsibilities

• Lead and support front-of-house operations during each shift
• Coach, train, and motivate team members to provide outstanding guest service
• Resolve guest concerns quickly and professionally
• Ensure food quality, service standards, cleanliness, and sanitation are maintained
• Assist with scheduling, inventory, labor management, and daily administrative tasks
• Support hiring, onboarding, and employee development
• Help drive sales, productivity, and overall restaurant performance
• Ensure compliance with company policies and health and safety regulations

Requirements

• 2+ years of restaurant management or supervisory experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent guest service and team-building abilities
• Organized, dependable, and able to multitask in a high-volume environment
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant environment

Who we are

Tides Folly Beach is a beachfront hotel driven and defined by a singular passion: community. We go above and beyond to provide an expectation-exceeding, smile-inducing, memory-making experience for our community of guests. Internally, we focus on building a strong, tight-knit team community through growth, support, camaraderie, and pride. We embrace the community, culture, and spirit of Folly Beach while also being a steward in the evolution of the town as a coastal destination.

Koko’s on the Pier is perched right over the sand on Folly Beach. It’s your go-to for ocean views, tiki drinks, and craveable coastal bites. It’s the kind of place where guests drift on up from the beach and settle into live music, salty breezes, and an easy, island-inspired vibe. The atmosphere is bright, casual, and effortlessly fun. The team is welcoming, upbeat, and dialed in when it counts. And the view is all-time.