About Us
McHugh Tea Room & Gifts is a beloved gathering place in the Bellaire area. We're more than a restaurant - we're a destination for celebrations, milestones, and meaningful connection. Our team takes pride in gracious hospitality, warm attention to detail, and building lasting relationships with our regulars and our community.
Position Summary
We're looking for an experienced, hands-on Manager to serve as the strategic and operational lead of McHugh Tea Room. This role goes beyond day-to-day task execution - you'll own systems, big-picture oversight, vendor and client relationships, and team development, while stepping onto the floor as a server as well. You'll be the primary point of contact for events and catering clients, the lead on scheduling and staff development, and the administrator of our POS and reservation systems.
Job Details
- Job Type: Part-time server with manager responsibilities
- Location: Bellaire, TX (in-person)
- Compensation: Hourly based on experience + tips
What We're Looking For
- Prior management experience in a restaurant, cafe, tea room, or hospitality setting
- Strong organizational skills and comfort owning systems, not just tasks
- Experience with POS and reservation platforms (SpotOn and PopUp Menu a plus)
- Excellent communication skills with staff, clients, and guests
- A collaborative leadership style - comfortable delegating and developing a team
- Warm, guest-first hospitality mindset that reflects casual elegance
- Availability to work weekends and event-based hours
What You'll Do
Operations & Guest Experience
- Oversee opening/closing procedures, side work, table pacing, serving, and drawer balancing when on server shifts
- Manage weekly inventory oversight for service, tea and wine stock
- Communicate effectively with owners when needs arise
Events & Catering
- Co-own all catering and private party inquiries alongside Assistant Manager - initial contact, quotes, invoicing, and deposits
- Review and approve final event logistics, and delegate execution to servers as needed
- Serve as the primary client relationship contact for event follow-up
Scheduling & Team Leadership
- Build and publish the weekly schedule; manage time-off requests and shift coverage
- Track staff certifications and renewal timelines
- Coordinate party rotation assignments
- Support hiring decisions, lead training, and certify staff readiness for new responsibilities
Technology & Systems
- Manage reservation pacing, blackout dates, and reservation tags
To Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief note about your hospitality experience. We're excited to meet leaders who love creating memorable experiences for our guests.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid training
Application Question(s):
- Are you at least 18 years of age or older?
Education:
Experience:
- Restaurant management: 2 years (Required)
- Customer service: 3 years (Required)
- Serving: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- TABC Certification (Required)
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Bellaire, TX 77401 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bellaire, TX 77401: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
