Restaurant Manager

Hair of the Dog

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Full-time

Highlights

Communicate shift issues, maintenance needs, and staffing problems clearly. Follow MHG communication systems (GroupMe, R365, POS notes, etc.).

Numbers & Facts

LocationVirginia Beach, VA
Job TypeFull-time

Description

Benefits:
  • 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


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