Front Of House Manager

Public House is seeking a hands-on, hospitality-driven Front of House Manager to lead the team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment and love building a team that's as passionate about great service as they are about great environment, we'd love to meet you. This role is all about keeping the floor humming - leading by example, supporting your team, and creating an atmosphere that keeps guests engaged. You'll balance people, performance, and profitability while keeping things smooth, organized, and fun. This full-time, seasonal position offers a base salary of $5,000 per month. The season runs December - April.

The Front of House Manager is responsible for the efficient operations, sales growth, and overall leadership of Public House's team and will be an integral, hands-on contributor to daily operations. The Front of House Manager will lead an engaging and professional environment that supports outstanding guest experiences, superior employee culture, and sales growth.

Operational Leadership

Oversee daily operations of the front-of-house team, ensuring smooth service and consistent guest satisfaction

Hire, train, and develop team members to maintain a high-performance service culture

Manage labor, COGS, and other controllable expenses to hit financial targets

Maintain health, safety, and cleanliness standards in compliance with local regulations Guest Experience

Set the tone for genuine, attentive, and memorable service

Resolve guest concerns in a professional and timely manner

Monitor feedback across review platforms and respond as needed Team Management

Create and manage FOH schedules based on business volume

Coach and motivate staff through regular check-ins and performance reviews

Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable work environment Social Media Engagement

Collaborate with ownership or marketing team to develop a social media strategy aligned with the brand

Capture and post content regularly across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.)

Promote upcoming events, specials, and behind-the-scenes moments to drive engagement Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age.

Prior experience in a full- or quick-service restaurant.

Prior supervisory responsibilities of a large staff.

Must maintain high standards in restaurant cleanliness, sanitation, food quality and guest satisfaction.

Excellent communication skills. Special Position Requirements

SERV Safe or equivalent safe food handling certification

TIPS alcohol handling certification Work Requirements

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including opening/swing/closing shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Must have reliable transportation, and a clean driving record.

Must be willing to exert physical demands, including sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and tasting or smelling.

Must be able to move up to 175 pounds and frequently lift up to ten pounds.

Must be comfortable working around kitchen equipment, machinery, chemicals, fire, gasses, and odors.

May be exposed to extreme temperatures, including walk-in refrigerator/freezer and kitchen line.

Must be able to work within a loud and noisy environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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