Atchafalaya

At Atchafalaya, hospitality means more than just service—it’s about creating memorable experiences for every guest who walks through our doors. We’re looking for an experienced, passionate, and service-driven Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team.
The right person is a hands-on leader who does well in a fast-paced environment, leads by example, and cares about delivering great hospitality while helping build and support a strong team.
Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of restaurant service and management experience in an upscale or high-volume restaurant.
Strong wine knowledge and the ability to confidently guide guests and help train staff.
Experience with OpenTable, including reservations and guest relations.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Proven ability to manage labor, scheduling, and day-to-day restaurant operations.
Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
A genuine passion for hospitality, teamwork, and creating great guest experiences.
Responsibilities
Oversee all front-of-house operations and make sure service stays at a high level.
Lead, coach, and develop the service team while upholding Atchafalaya’s standards.
Help create a culture of teamwork, accountability, and true Southern hospitality.
Handle guest concerns with professionalism and care.
Work closely with the culinary team to make sure service runs smoothly.
Manage reservations, guest communication, staffing, and daily operations.
Assist with onboarding, training, and performance management.
Monitor labor costs and operational efficiency while keeping guest satisfaction high.
Maintain a cost-efficient wine program while keeping quality, consistency, and the guest experience top of mind.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid vacation
Dining discounts
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
If you have a passion for hospitality, a strong background in restaurant leadership, and want to join one of New Orleans’ most respected independent restaurants, we’d love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume along with a brief introduction about your hospitality experience and why you’d be a great fit for the Atchafalaya team. More detail about Atchafalaya, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/70685-Atchafalaya