Restaurant Service Manager

Tacos El Terry

Nashville, Tennessee

Lettuce Entertain You – Tacos El Terry
Position: Service Manager
Location: Nashville, TN
Pay: $65,000-$75,000/year

Job Summary

Leads daily restaurant operations, ensuring an exceptional guest and team experience. Oversees FOH and BOH teams, drives sales, manages costs, and supports the General Manager in growing the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise daily shifts (opening/closing) for smooth, efficient operations
  • Coach, develop, and support FOH & BOH team members
  • Deliver excellent guest service and resolve issues quickly
  • Assist with hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management
  • Support sales growth and cost control initiatives
  • Conduct pre-shift meetings, line checks, and shift walk-throughs
  • Ensure food quality, safety, sanitation, and compliance standards
  • Manage cash handling, nightly reporting, and labor controls
  • Oversee inventory, ordering, and product quality

Requirements

  • Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • Flexible schedule (nights, weekends, holidays as needed)
  • Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Knowledge of restaurant operations, safety, and sanitation standards

Additional Expectations

  • Promote teamwork and a positive culture
  • Maintain professionalism with guests, vendors, and team members
  • Complete required training (including alcohol awareness)
  • Perform other duties as assigned

About Us

Tacos El Terry is a high-energy, quick-service taqueria. We will focus on a simple, quality menu featuring 4–5 made-to-order tacos, chips, guacamole, and fresh salsas. Every taco is made-to-order and served on fresh handmade tortillas. Our beverage program will focus on the classics; margaritas, palomas, and ice-cold beer. We are seeking a foundational team of hospitality and culinary professionals to operate this high-volume and exciting Broadway location on Nashville’s most iconic street.

Why Work With Lettuce?

Lettuce is a culinary-driven restaurant company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at 130+ locations, supported by our Culture of Caring. If you’re ready to be a part of what we do next, then explore your possibilities at Lettuce and apply today!

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