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Restaurant Manager- Full Operations Leadership-Daytime Only

Nudy's Cafes · Exton, PA · 2 mo ago
On-siteManagement$55k/yrFull-time

About the role

This is a full-scope restaurant leadership role where you are responsible for delivering an exceptional guest experience while leading all aspects of the operation during your shift — front of house, back of house, team performance, and execution.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Restaurant Experience
    • Be present in the dining room during peak hours
    • Create a welcoming, engaging environment for every guest
    • Ensure service is warm, attentive, and efficient
  • Oversee the Full Operation
    • You are the manager on duty, responsible for the entire restaurant
    • Guide both front-of-house and back-of-house teams
    • Ensure smooth, coordinated execution from kitchen to dining room
  • Drive Service & Performance
    • Maintain our 30-minute guest experience standard
    • Support strong pacing, communication, and teamwork
    • Ensure food is prepared and delivered efficiently and accurately
  • Develop and Support Your Team
    • Lead daily pre-shift meetings and communication
    • Cook out expectations and consistent follow-through
    • Address performance issues with professionalism and care
  • Maintain Food Safety & Cleanliness Standards
    • Complete daily line checks and temperature logs
    • Ensure all food safety and sanitation standards are met
    • Keep the restaurant guest-ready at all times
  • Support Daily Business Operations
    • Assist with inventory and product management
    • Handle cash reconciliation and daily reporting
    • Clock in and out, and coordinate staffing flow, breaks, and shift execution

Requirements

  • 3–5+ years of restaurant leadership experience
  • Experience working in both dining room and kitchen environments
  • Ability to lead a shift with confidence and accountability
  • Strong understanding of: guest experience and service flow, team leadership and coaching, food safety and cleanliness standards

Prioritization

  • Preferred: ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
  • PREFERRED: Experience in high-volume breakfast, brunch, or casual dining environments

What We're Looking For

  • NOT a fit if you prefer a role focused only on customer service without operational ownership
  • NOT a fit if you have only worked in retail or café environments
  • NOT a fit if you are not comfortable leading both kitchen and service teams
  • NOT a fit if you prefer a more flexible or less structured management role
  • NOT a fit if you are not comfortable being active and on your feet throughout the day

Compensation

  • $55,000 base salary
  • $5,000 bonus potential
  • Company-paid medical & dental benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • PTO, sick time, and bereavement leave

Locations

We operate throughout the Main Line and surrounding suburbs. Managers are assigned a primary location, with occasional support across nearby restaurants.

Final Word

This role is for someone who:

  • takes pride in creating a great guest experience
  • enjoys leading and developing people
  • values consistency and high standards
  • wants to grow with a stable, expanding company

If you’re looking to join a team that cares deeply about hospitality and community — we invite you to apply.

Compensation

The total compensation package provides strong overall value beyond base salary.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Medical and Dental Benefits

Nudy’s Cafes offers medical and dental benefits for Full Time employees after 90 days of employment and Part Time employees after 1 year.

Growth Opportunities

We are growing! Nudy’s Cafes is always looking for teammates who are eager to take the next step in their career and grow with us.

Shift Meal

All employees and managers are provided with a scheduled break with a shift meal each day.

BOH Paid Vacation

Full Time culinary employees are eligible for accrued time off, up to 1 week in their first year. Retention bonus added after year 5, to include an additional bonus of one weeks pay.

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