Restaurant Manager

The Dirty Buffalo

Norfolk, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Disability Insurance, Leadership, Life Insurance, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Onboarding, Operations, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, People Management, Restaurant, Safety Standards, Sales, Up-Selling
LOCATION
Norfolk, VA
POSTED
4 days ago
Restaurant Managers Needed

Lead people. Run great shifts. Grow with a brand on the rise.

Founded in 2012, The Dirty Buffalo brings the bold flavors and no-nonsense hospitality of Western New York to Hampton Roads. We're a family-owned, locally operated restaurant known for legendary wings, strong systems, and a team-first culture. We're continuing to expand across the Southeast-and we're building a deep bench of leadership to grow with us.

We're currently hiring Restaurant Managers for multiple leadership roles, including Service, Operations, and future General Manager-track positions. If you're an experienced leader-or a high-potential restaurant professional ready to step up-we want to hear from you.
Who This Role is For
This role is intentionally broad. We're open to managers who excel in different areas, including:
  • Front-of-house leadership and guest experience
  • Operations, systems, and execution
  • Training, development, and culture-building
    Sales, upselling, and driving results
  • Future GM or multi-unit leadership
  • We'll place the right people in the right roles.

We'll place the right people in the right roles.

What You'll Do
  • Leading shifts and supporting the team on the floor
  • Hiring, onboarding, training, and developing team members
  • Delivering a consistently great guest experience
  • Managing daily operations including scheduling, cash handling, and POS
  • Upholding cleanliness, safety, and brand standards
  • Communicating clearly with staff, management, and corporate partners
  • Following-and helping reinforce-systems, procedures, and checklists

What We're Looking For
  • 2+ years of restaurant experience or 2+ years of management experience
  • A people-first mindset with strong leadership instincts
    Comfort in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
  • Organized, accountable, and solutions-oriented
  • Willingness to learn systems and adapt as the brand grows
  • Interest in a long-term career with room to advance
Physical & Schedule Expectations
You must be able to, with reasonable accommodation:
  • Be on your feet for most of your shift
  • Work weekends and holidays
  • Lift up to 50 lbs
  • Work in all weather conditions (Buffalo roots run deep)
  • Operate standard restaurant equipment
  • Communicate effectively with guests and team members

What The Dirty Buffalo Offers You
  • Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses (paid quarterly)
  • Full benefits package including:
    • Health, dental, vision
    • 401(k)
    • Life & disability insurance
    • Parental leave
    • Free meals
  • A fun, energetic, team-driven work environment
  • Structured training and clear operational systems
  • Real growth opportunities with a brand expanding across the East Coast

Not sure which manager role fits you best? Apply anyway-we'll figure that out together.

About the Company

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The Dirty Buffalo