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First Watch is a rapidly expanding breakfast, brunch, and lunch restaurant concept with over 400 locations nationwide. Known as Your Daytime Cafe, First Watch offers a welcoming environment focused on fresh, health-conscious menu options and outstanding guest service. The company is recognized for its dedication to quality, freshness, and excellent customer experiences. Capstone Concepts is the franchise operator for 11 First Watch locations across Tennessee and Asheville, North Carolina, with plans for future expansion into Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This makes Capstone Concepts a vital part of First Watch's growth strategy, maintaining a strong regional presence and commitment to creating community-centric dining experiences. We are currently seeking highly motivated and passionate restaurant professionals to join our leadership team as General Managers, Assistant General Managers, and Café Managers across our franchise locations. This opportunity offers a unique work-life balance, including no night shifts so you can be home by sundown, as well as competitive pay and strong benefits. First Watch prides itself on fostering growth from within, promoting team members by providing extensive training and advancement opportunities. This means as the company expands, employees have the chance to progress their careers in a supportive and dynamic environment. The Restaurant Manager role plays a pivotal part in driving operational efficiency, team development, and achieving sales targets while upholding the welcoming culture and integrity of the First Watch brand. In this role, you will support the General Manager in managing daily operations, financial controls, and personnel management to build a strong team that delivers exceptional guest experiences. You will be a hands-on leader working closely with your staff to provide guidance, ensure compliance with company policies, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety. Key responsibilities include managing shift coverage, controlling food costs, handling customer feedback, completing administrative tasks, and helping with scheduling and payroll. Your leadership will influence the restaurant's performance, helping to meet and exceed budget goals and ensuring the smooth and profitable operation of the location. This position requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-stress environment and possesses strong communication and problem-solving skills. At First Watch, the culture centers on passion for service, quality food, and a supportive team atmosphere. We want candidates who share our enthusiasm for mornings, hospitality, and professional growth. By joining Capstone Concepts and First Watch, you will become part of a restaurant family that values your time, development, and success. Whether you are experienced in full-service restaurant management or eager to apply your skills in a fast-casual setting, this role offers an exciting and fulfilling career path with plenty of opportunities to grow and thrive.

• 3 years management experience in a full-service restaurant
• 2 years at assistant manager level
• ability to work in a high stress environment
• heavy kitchen experience
• proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• organized
• hands-on leadership style
• valid driver's license and personal vehicle insurance
• ability to motivate and develop team members
• good written and verbal communication skills
• strong time management and multitasking abilities
• decision-making and problem-solving skills