Goodwin Recruiting is hiring: Restaurant Manager in Raleigh

Restaurant Manager

Are you a people-first restaurant manager who loves the business? I'm looking for an experienced, guest-focused Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations and support the General Manager in driving excellence across service, operations, and team development. The ideal candidate thrives in high-volume, upscale dining environments, inspires their team, and is passionate about hospitality and wine culture.

Restaurant Manager Rewards

• Competitive base salary + performance incentives
• Generous PTO and flexible scheduling
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunities for growth in a rapidly expanding hospitality group
• Unique Experiences: Wine country trips and a values-driven, creative work culture

Restaurant Manager Requirements

• Lead with a guest-first mentality and a composed, professional demeanor in all situations.
• Embody the “Hungry, Humble, and Smart” ethos—eager to learn, collaborative, resourceful, and quick-thinking.
• Inspire, mentor, and develop team members, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous growth.
• Oversee FOH daily operations to ensure consistency in service, quality, presentation, and cleanliness.
• Maintain efficient scheduling, labor management, and inventory control.
• Partner with culinary leadership to uphold high standards for food quality and presentation.
• Support P&L management, budgeting, and cost control initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to increase revenue and profitability while maintaining the guest experience.
• Build strong guest relationships through floor presence, polished interactions, and responsive service recovery.
• Model an understanding and appreciation for wine, cocktails, and whiskey, with a preference for beginner sommelier-level knowledge.
• At least three+ years of direct, progressive restaurant management experience in upscale, polished dining environment.
• A guest-focused mindset and people-first mentality.
• A love of food and wine, as well as a passion for hospitality.
• The desire for continued growth for yourself, and your restaurant.