Front of House Manager – The James (James Island, SC)
Join Our Growing, Hospitality-Driven Team!
The James is seeking an energetic and motivated Front of House Manager to join our team and help lead one of Charleston’s most exciting dining destinations.
About Us:
The James is a neighborhood restaurant offering classic American fare in the heart of James Island, Charleston. With a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, The James serves familiar, comforting dishes with genuine hospitality—creating a welcoming community space that guests love to return to. Locally operated by The Neighborhood Dining Group—the team behind acclaimed restaurants like Husk, Delaney Oyster House, Minero, and Marbled & Fin—The James upholds a culture rooted in quality, service, and people-first leadership.
Who We're Looking For:
You are a proven leader who is passionate about hospitality and driven to inspire excellence within your team. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and play a vital role in fostering a supportive and service-driven culture on the floor.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the General Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations — from guest experience to financial performance.
Foster a positive, high-performing team culture through coaching, feedback, and mentorship.
Lead the hiring, training, and onboarding of new team members with a focus on hospitality and consistency.
Maintain strong communication between front- and back-of-house to ensure seamless service.
Uphold cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards across all shifts.
Keep accurate records of service, staffing, maintenance needs, and daily performance in manager logs.
Maintain a strong leadership presence by working a full rotation of opening, mid, and closing shifts.
What You'll Bring:
1+ years of management experience in a full-service, high-volume restaurant
A deep passion for hospitality, with strong working knowledge of food and beverage
A hands-on, ownership-driven mentality with a strong work ethic
An authentic, honest, and enthusiastic personality
The ability to deliver once-in-a-lifetime guest experiences, support staff, and problem solve in real time
Desire to grow and be developed as an individual, as well as the desire to develop others of all ages and skill levels
Well-versed in financials, inventory oversight, and team scheduling
What We Offer:
A dynamic, growth-oriented environment with high earning potential
Leadership development
Quarterly profit-sharing program
Outstanding benefits, including:
o Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
o 401(k) with employer match
o PTO (Paid Time Off)
o Employer paid Therapy, Coaching, and Mental Health Resource (Modern Health)
o Next-day pay access
o Employee Perks & Discounts (Working Advantage)
o Dining discounts, gym membership discounts, and paid parking
Ready to Lead with Passion?
If you’re a hospitality professional who thrives in a high-performance setting and wants to be part of a forward-thinking restaurant group, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your hospitality career with The James!
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