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:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • Employer paid Therapy, Coaching, and Mental Health Resource (Modern Health)
  • Next-day pay access
  • Employee Perks & Discounts (Working Advantage)
  • 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!