FOH Manager- Juliet Italian Kitchen

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Front of House Manager – Juliet Italian Kitchen Barton Springs

Austin, TX

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For 11 years, Juliet Italian Kitchen has been a destination in the heart of Austin’s cherished Zilker neighborhood. Our warm, welcoming restaurant is known for its beautiful patio, scratch-made Italian cuisine, craft cocktails, thoughtful wine list, and genuine community spirit. We create memorable experiences for date nights, business lunches, weekend brunches, and celebrations with friends and family.  Juliet Italian Kitchen is the original location for the Veneto Hospitality Juliet Italian Kitchen brand.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate Front of House Manager who will serve as a member of the front of house leadership team to sets the tone of exceptional hospitality for the entire restaurant. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will spend significant time on the floor engaging with guests, supporting your team, and ensuring every visit exceeds expectations. You’ll report directly to the General Manager.  You will lead with presence, energy, and genuine care — balancing floor leadership with the operational excellence required to run a high-performing, high-volume restaurant.

The Opportunity

As Front of House Manager, you will be the daily leader of front-of-house operations. You will spend the majority of your time on the floor supporting your team, engaging with guests, and ensuring every visitor has an outstanding experience.

Key Responsibilities

·       Hospitality & Guest Service Leadership
·        Lead daily floor management, including floor charts, section assignments, and workflow balance
·       Maintain high standards for food presentation, beverage service, cleanliness, and guest experience
·       Actively coach and support servers, server assistants, bartenders, and hosts
·       Engage directly with guests and ensure exceptional service
·       Continuous Improvement: Implement and support strategies to elevate guest satisfaction, team engagement, productivity, and profitability.

Team Leadership & Development

·       Provide coaching and guidance to front of house staff
·       Create schedules and manage team productivity and breaks
·       Foster a positive work environment

Operational & Financial Excellence

·       Oversee opening and closing procedures, including cash handling and deposits
·       Keep the restaurant fully stocked, organized, and ready for service
·       Maintain checklists, training materials, and administrative systems

What We’re Looking For

·       2+ years of Front of House management experience in a high-volume restaurant
·       Strong wine knowledge and passion for Italian cuisine preferred
·       Excellent leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills
·       Experience with Toast and R365 systems preferred
·       Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $55,000 – $65,000 per year (based on experience)

Benefits:

·       Health Insurance
·       Paid time off
·       Employee discounts
·        

If you’re a hands-on hospitality leader who thrives on the floor and loves developing teams, we’d love to meet you.