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Happy Camper

Gluten-free, vegetarian handheld meals and snacks

Restaurant Manager

Full-Time
$65k - $75k/yr
Junior
Denver, CO, USA
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityFood & Beverage Operations Management
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of two years of management experience is required.
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills are required.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills focused on customer service are required.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills are required.
  • Decision-making and problem-solving skills are required, including the ability to identify and analyze problems and offer solutions.
  • The candidate must respond well to feedback and constructive criticism.
  • The candidate must be able to professionally communicate information to others and actively listen.
  • The candidate must be able to provide high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.
  • The candidate must be able to stand for extended periods and safely lift and maneuver trays of food when necessary.
  • The candidate must be willing to follow instructions and ask questions for clarification when needed.
  • ServSafe Manager Food Handlers Certification, TIPS Certification, and Allergen Certification are required.
  • The candidate must be eligible to legally work in the United States.
  • The candidate must be able to communicate orally with customers, management, and coworkers, individually and in front of a group, and regularly use the telephone for communication.
  • The candidate must be able to maintain frequent, well-paced mobility for up to 10 hours or as needed, work amid high noise levels, and tolerate potential allergens including peanuts, eggs, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood, and shellfish.
Responsibilities
  • Oversee and manage the restaurant’s daily operations and take on additional duties as assigned.
  • Work a flexible schedule that may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and late nights, with additional hours as needed.
  • Assist in hiring and training staff.
  • Ensure guest satisfaction and resolve conflicts and complaints as they arise.
  • Contribute to a positive company culture and cultivate regular customers.
  • Communicate with Human Resources and accounting regarding invoicing and payroll.
  • Double-check incoming orders.
  • Maintain knowledge of the food menu and table numbers.
  • Collect cash and credit payments, issue refunds, and make price adjustments.
  • Manage menus in-house and through third-party delivery apps, including DoorDash, Uber Eats, Caviar, Postmates, and Grubhub.
  • Manage staff scheduling and adjust schedules as needed.
  • Discipline and terminate employees in accordance with restaurant policy.
  • Perform daily health inspections and oversee food handling.
  • Conduct frequent food quality-control checks.
  • Ensure compliance with capacity and liquor regulations.
  • Manage liquor, beer, and wine inventory and work with the back-of-house team to purchase food and supplies.
  • Manage merchandise inventory and communicate ordering needs to the brand manager.
  • Conduct daily restaurant and equipment checks to ensure compliance with health, safety, food-handling, and hygiene standards.
  • Schedule routine equipment maintenance and service and request repairs as needed.
  • Take ownership of tasks and see them through to completion.

About the company

Happy Camper makes wholesome, on-the-go foods that fit today’s busy lifestyle. It offers gluten-free, vegetarian snacks with vegan and paleo options, including hand pies, granola, and energy bites. The products are designed as handheld snacks that feel homemade, using whole fruits and veggies and natural preservation by freezing gluten-free pies. They sell through cafes, coffee shops, and direct-to-consumer via their website. 1) What they do: Create healthy convenience foods that are gluten-free, vegetarian options with vegan and paleo choices. 2) How it works: Frozen, handheld snacks made from whole ingredients; available online and in partner cafes, with shipping straight to customers. 3) How they differ: Clear focus on gluten-free plus vegan/paleo options, natural freezing preservation, and a homemade feel for on-the-go foods. 4) Goal: Make wholesome, ready-to-eat foods accessible and convenient for people with busy schedules.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Hapeville, Georgia

Founded

2017

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Las Vegas opened in February 2024, proving outside-Chicago demand for the concept.
  • Happy Camper keeps expanding from Homeslice into more concepts, signaling brand elasticity.
  • The company still markets growth opportunities, implying management expects additional openings soon.

What critics are saying

  • Six locations leave Happy Hospitality exposed to one bad lease renewal or market slump.
  • The 2020 server scandal shows reputation risk from frontline employee conduct and social media.
  • Restaurant margins face labor, rent, and food-cost pressure before any future expansion.

What makes Happy Camper unique

  • Happy Hospitality runs six Happy Camper and Paradise Park locations across Chicago, Denver, and Las Vegas.
  • Lettuce Entertain You partnered on the Las Vegas Strip opening in February 2024.
  • The brand combines pizza, bars, and brunch with a strong neighborhood-social format.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Employee Referral Bonus