Salary Range: 70000 to 85000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Company Overview

Fixins Soul Kitchen seeks to redefine the American soul food experience. We are full-service restaurants that uniquely combine traditional soul food with outstanding service and hip, energetic dining environments. Founded by former NBA All Star Kevin Johnson and his wife, Michelle, Fixins’ menu is rooted in the Southern recipes passed down through generations from Kevin’s family and friends. Established in 2019 with the flagship store in the Oak Park neighborhood of Sacramento, CA, Fixins is rapidly expanding. With additional current locations in Los Angeles (at the Staples Center), Tulsa (Black Wall Street), Detroit (Harmonie Park) and 6 new stores planned to open in the in next 2 years, we are seeking team members at all levels to join us in our goal of becoming the largest Black owned restaurant group in the nation.

Position Summary

The Restaurant Manager plays a key role in supporting the General Manager and leading day-to-day operations with a focus on creating an exceptional guest experience. This role ensures the right tools, training, and processes are in place to help the team succeed—driving excellence in service, food quality, profitability, and team development. You’ll lead by example, setting high standards and fostering a positive, energetic workplace culture. From growing sales to maintaining top-notch facilities, you’ll work collaboratively with the management team and staff to bring the Fixins vision and brand to life in every shift. Strong communication, hands-on leadership, and a passion for hospitality are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Understand completely all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, and training programs.
Ensure that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly, and courteous service always.
Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards.
Achieve company objectives in sales, service, quality, appearance of facility and sanitation and cleanliness through training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment.
Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.
Continually strive to develop your staff in all areas of managerial and professional development.
Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports, and schedules in an organized and timely manner.
Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s preventative maintenance programs.
Ensure that all products are received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with the restaurant’s receiving policies and procedures.
Oversee and ensure that restaurant policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and completed on a timely basis.
Schedule labor as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met.
Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for all violations of company policies, rules, and procedures.
Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety, and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees, and guests.

Qualifications

Several years’ experience as a restaurant manager or similar position.
Solid business math skills with the ability to analyze cost reports effectively to drive greater profitability.
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills, and the ability to be flexible and adapt in any situation.
Good computer skills with demonstratedproficiency in the use of internet and ability to utilize computerized business tools such as email, learning management systems, and Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other appropriate software.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Experience managing large staff to excellence a in fast paced environment
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Passion for hospitality and a desire to grow within the industry.
Certification from a culinary school or a degree in Restaurant Management is a plus.
Must have a Food Handler’s Card and Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification if required by law (Certifications differ per state)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
Exposure to hot surfaces, kitchen equipment, and potential allergens

Fixins Soul Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

About the company

Fixins Soul Kitchen runs full-service restaurants serving Southern soul food in dining rooms designed around African American culture. Its Los Angeles menu draws on family and friends' recipes, with dishes such as chicken brined for 24 hours before frying, oxtails and shrimp and grits. Guests order meals with sides, share appetizers and finish with desserts such as peach cobbler, while the restaurants also sell cocktails and weekend brunch. The business earns money from food and drink sales, with online ordering available alongside in-person table service. Founded in 2019 by former NBA All-Star Kevin Johnson, Fixins is headquartered in Sacramento, California.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Sacramento, CA

Founded

2019

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What believers are saying

Full-time summer internships at Fixins teach budgets, staffing and compliance: academic credit and school approval are required before starting.
Detroit's full-time assistant general manager advertisement at Fixins lists an annual salary of $80,000-$90,000.
Fixins LA sells beyond individual meals: its dedicated catering operation books private events and large parties.

What critics are saying

Fixins' part-time Detroit line-cook posting restricts medical benefits: eligibility requires full-time equivalent status.
For full-time Fixins summer interns, placements depend on fit: relocation flexibility is required, with no guaranteed paid job afterward.
Location remains unsettled: Fixins' full-time future-location general manager opening names no assigned city.

What makes Fixins Soul Kitchen unique

Fixins celebrates Black culture across cities: restaurants span Tulsa's Black Wall Street and Detroit's Paradise Valley.
Fixins LA makes Black distilling history part of its bar: Uncle Nearest whiskey gets a dedicated menu feature.
Fixins' Oak Park hiring commitment extends to re-entry: it explicitly names second-chance employment for underemployed populations.

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