Restaurant Manager
Posted on December 22, 2025
Chuy's is a vibrant and popular Tex-Mex restaurant chain founded in 1982 in Austin, Texas. Known for its made-from-scratch menu featuring fresh ingredients and authentic flavors, Chuy's delivers a unique dining experience in an eclectic atmosphere characterized by colorful decor and quirky touches such as hand-carved wooden fish and shiny hubcaps above booths. The brand thrives on its fun, diverse culture that encourages team member development, guest satisfaction, and operational excellence. With locations across the country, Chuy's seeks to maintain its reputation as a lively and engaging place to work and dine by hiring passionate individuals who share their commitment to quality and hospitality.
The Restaurant Manager role at Chuy's is an exciting opportunity for experienced leaders who are hands-on, hardworking, and fun-loving. Managers oversee restaurant operations to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery, maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and guest satisfaction. They play an integral role in team member training and development, fostering a positive work environment where every employee can grow and succeed. Chuy's managers benefit from a competitive salary structure that varies by location, as well as an excellent array of benefits designed to support their career advancement and personal wellbeing.
As a Restaurant Manager at Chuy's, you will be responsible for managing a high-volume, full-service restaurant with a scratch kitchen focused on fresh, never frozen food. The position involves addressing operational challenges quickly in a fast-paced environment while upholding industry standards for food and equipment safety, sanitation, and customer service. You will engage with staff to enforce company policies, drive results, and maintain a team-oriented atmosphere where success is shared. Chuy’s also emphasizes leadership growth by promoting from within, providing ongoing leadership and career development opportunities for those who demonstrate dedication and excellence. The work atmosphere is casual and inclusive, appealing to those who enjoy a lively culture combined with professional growth and stability.
Joining Chuy's as a Restaurant Manager means becoming part of a family that believes in having fun on the clock. You get access to exclusive employee discounts, parental leave, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid vacation, and a 401(k) plan with employer match among other valuable benefits. The company supports employee wellness through its Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and fosters a supportive work environment where team members feel valued and motivated. This role offers a compelling mix of challenge, opportunity, and reward at a company with deep roots in Texan culinary tradition and nationwide presence. If you have a passion for hospitality, thrive in a dynamic setting, and enjoy spearheading a great team, this role at Chuy's could be the perfect fit for you.
- Minimum 2-3 years management experience in a similar restaurant setting
- Possession of food handlers and alcoholic beverage servers certifications
- Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of safety and sanitation regulations
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Strong team-building abilities