About Us

Swadley’s BBQ has grown from one small restaurant to eight family-owned and operated locations across Oklahoma. Each of our restaurants is built as an extension of our homes, and we firmly believe we are not in the food service business, but the people business. From our beloved employees to our wonderful guests, we are grateful to each person who chooses to work with us or share a meal in our restaurants.

Position Summary

The Restaurant Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations of the restaurant, ensuring a balance of excellent guest service, team development, and operational efficiency. This role leads by example, upholding Swadley’s standards for hospitality, food quality, and workplace culture. The Restaurant Manager supervises and develops staff, manages labor and inventory, and partners with leadership to drive sales and profitability while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for both guests and employees.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations to deliver outstanding hospitality and quality food.
• Hire, train, and develop team members while fostering a positive, people-first culture.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace standards.
• Oversee scheduling, labor, and inventory management to meet business goals.
• Drive sales and profitability through great guest service and operational efficiency.
• Monitor restaurant cleanliness, food quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Coach, support, and hold team members accountable to Swadley’s standards.
• Partner with senior leadership to implement company initiatives.

Requirements

• Previous restaurant management or leadership experience required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to train, coach, and inspire a team.
• Business acumen with experience managing labor, inventory, and costs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday and move between front-of-house, kitchen, and other restaurant areas.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, twist, push, pull, and move throughout the restaurant.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 30 pounds, as needed for normal restaurant operations.
• Ability to occasionally assist with moving supplies, small equipment, boxes, or other restaurant items.
• Ability to use standard restaurant, office, and computer equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and guests in person and by telephone.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Work Environment

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with high guest volume.
• Ability to work in a restaurant environment with exposure to varying temperatures, including heat from kitchen equipment and cooler/freezer areas.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and certain holidays. (Closed Sundays)