Restaurant Manager at The Island in Pigeon Forge in Gatlinburg, TN

Restaurant Manager

Lead Great Teams. Deliver Exceptional Experiences.

We're looking for hospitality leaders who are passionate about developing people, delivering outstanding guest experiences, and driving restaurant success. If you're ready to grow your career with a company that values leadership and promotes from within, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive salary + monthly bonus opportunities
• Work-life balance with no late-night hours at most locations
• Lead without a rigid corporate environment
• Growth opportunities across 38+ restaurants, hotels, attractions, and retail concepts
• High-volume operations that strengthen your leadership experience
• Supportive leadership team committed to your success

Position Summary

The Restaurant Manager partners with the Managing Partner to lead daily operations, develop team members, deliver exceptional hospitality, and achieve sales and profitability goals. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on people, performance, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a high-performing team
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain employees
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences
• Drive sales, profitability, labor, and food cost performance
• Ensure food quality, cleanliness, safety, and company standards
• Complete operational, inventory, and administrative duties
• Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable regulations

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant management experience preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant environment preferred
• Financial and operational management experience
• Passion for hospitality and team development
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Join Our Team

If you're ready to lead a successful restaurant, develop great people, and build a long-term career with a growing hospitality company, apply today!