Front of House Manager (Opening Team)

Who We Are

At McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality (MML) , we create some of the world’s most memorable hospitality experiences—where food, design, service, and storytelling come together seamlessly. Founded by Larry McGuire, Tom Moorman, and Liz Lambert , MML is known for its refined, character-driven approach to hospitality, rooted in creativity, quality, and a strong sense of place.

As we continue to grow, we’re entering an exciting new chapter—welcoming James Beard Award–winning chef April Bloomfield to our culinary leadership team and expanding into iconic destinations across Texas, California, Colorado, and beyond.

About Neighborhood Sushi

Neighborhood Sushi delivers Japanese-inspired cuisine in a casual yet elevated setting, blending Japanese technique, Texas flavors, and Austin hospitality. This role is part of the opening team , offering the opportunity to help shape service standards, team culture, and the guest experience from day one.

The Role

We are seeking a hospitality-driven Front of House Manager to join the opening team at Neighborhood Sushi. This role is responsible for leading daily service, supporting team development, and ensuring a warm, polished, and consistent guest experience.

The ideal candidate is a confident floor leader who thrives in opening environments, enjoys coaching teams in real time, and understands how thoughtful service, pacing, and communication elevate the entire dining experience.

What You’ll Do

Pre-Opening & Training

• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training the opening FOH team.

• Help develop service standards, steps of service, and training materials.

• Participate in mock services, tastings, and soft opening preparation.

• Support opening systems including reservations, seating flow, and floor plans.

Service Leadership

• Lead shifts on the floor, ensuring smooth service and guest satisfaction.

• Coach servers, hosts, and support staff in real time.

• Maintain strong communication between FOH and BOH teams.

• Handle guest feedback and resolve service issues with professionalism and care.

Team Development & Culture

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable work environment.

• Support ongoing training and development for FOH team members.

• Model hospitality, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Operations & Standards

• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and readiness of all FOH spaces.

• Support scheduling, labor efficiency, and shift execution.

• Uphold all health, safety, and compliance standards.

• Assist the GM and AGM with operational initiatives and reporting.

What You’ll Bring

• Passion for Hospitality: A genuine love for service and creating memorable guest experiences.

• Leadership Experience: Previous FOH management or supervisory experience in an upscale or high-volume restaurant.

• Service Knowledge: Strong understanding of service flow, guest engagement, and floor dynamics.

• Communication Skills: Clear, confident communication with guests, peers, and leadership.

• Opening Mindset: Comfortable in fast-paced, evolving environments and excited to build from the ground up.

• Experience: Minimum of two years of FOH management or supervisory experience preferred.

• Language Skills: English proficiency required; Spanish a plus.

What MML Hospitality Offers

• Competitive salary

• Bonus potential

• Paid time off

• MML property discounts (hotel, restaurant, retail)

• Beverage education reimbursement

• Advancement and promotion opportunities

• Community service opportunities

• Relocation assistance (when applicable)

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and pet insurance

• Retirement benefits

• Parental leave

Schedule & Physical Requirements

• Full-time position with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout a fast-paced restaurant environment.

• Regular verbal communication in a lively setting.

• Manual dexterity to handle menus, POS systems, and equipment.

• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.

• Exposure to moderate noise levels and a dynamic service environment.

• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information

Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including verification of employment history and other relevant information.

MML Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to fair hiring practices and decisions based on job-related qualifications.