Front of House Manager

3 years

Cru is a neighborhood bistro in the heart of Brookside independently owned, deeply rooted in our community, and built on the belief that exceptional hospitality is personal. Were looking for a Front of House Manager who doesnt just run a floor, but owns it. Someone who finds meaning in the details, genuinely loves people, and wants to build something that lasts.

This is a role for someone who shows up with presence, leads with warmth, and holds themselves and others to a high standard. As owner-operators, we work hard, we care deeply, and we expect the same from the people we bring onto our team. If youre looking for a place to clock in and clock out, this isnt it. If youre looking for a place to grow, to lead, and to make a space truly your own without the noise of corporate layers or investor priorities getting in the way wed love to meet you.

What Youll Do

• Lead and manage all front of house operations during service, ensuring a consistently exceptional guest experience
• Build and maintain the systems, standards, and culture that keep our team functioning at a high level
• Coach, develop, and hold accountable a tight-knit FOH team with empathy and clarity
• Participate in hiring and onboarding of FOH team members, and lead ongoing training and development
• Cultivate genuine relationships with our guests; youll know their names, their preferences, and make them feel it
• Collaborate closely with ownership on scheduling, staffing, and operational strategy
• Assist in managing labor and operational costs with an eye toward profitability
• Manage floor presence on nights and weekends this is a hands-on role
• Support inventory, opening/closing procedures, and daily operational needs
• Support private dining and events as the business grows
• Contribute to a workplace culture grounded in respect, accountability, and shared pride

What Were Looking For

• 35+ years of progressive restaurant management experience, with a track record of taking on increasing responsibility
• A natural leader with high emotional intelligence someone who can read a room, de-escalate with grace, and inspire a team
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain operational systems, not just follow them
• Financial literacy and comfort with labor management, cost controls, and operational reporting
• Experience hiring, onboarding, and developing hospitality talent
• Strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to both team and guest relationships
• Professional, polished, and deeply accountable to yourself and to others
• Availability for nights and weekends required
• Familiarity with Toast POS is a plus
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary: $55,000$60,000, commensurate with experience
• Clear path to increased compensation as you grow into expanded leadership responsibilities we believe in paying people what theyre worth, and well get there together
• Health insurance stipend available
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• Dining discount
• Steward program
• Most major holidays off we close for Memorial Day, Labor Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Super Bowl Sunday, to name a few

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Compensation: Salary ($55,000.00 - $60,500.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts, Dining Discounts, Steward Program, Most Major Holidays Off

Leadership

Team Management

Empathy

Clarity in Communication

Relationship Building

Guest Service Orientation

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Training and Development

Operational Efficiency

Cost Management

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Cultural Awareness

Work Ethic

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