Associate Restaurant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Restaurant Managers

Location: Rolla, MO.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: 55k to 75k+ bonuses

About Us

Our Client is a fast-growing, guest-focused establishment known for a great casual restaurant experience for family and friends. They pride themselves on exceptional hospitality, consistent quality, and a positive work environment. We’re looking for a dedicated, hands-on leader to oversee daily restaurant and kitchen operations while maintaining the highest standards in service, food quality, and team culture.

Position Overview

The Restaurant Manager / Kitchen Manager is responsible for coordinating front-of-house and back-of-house operations, managing staff, enforcing food safety standards, and ensuring an outstanding guest experience. This role requires a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and leads by example.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Leadership

• Oversee daily FOH and BOH operations to ensure smooth service.
• Train, mentor, schedule, and supervise staff.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented work culture.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and compliance with all health/safety regulations.

Kitchen & Food Quality

• Monitor food prep, cooking, portioning, and presentation for consistency.
• Manage inventory, ordering, receiving, and waste reduction.
• Ensure adherence to recipes, food safety protocols, and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with ownership/chef on menu updates and specials.

Customer Experience

• Resolve guest concerns professionally and promptly.
• Maintain high hospitality standards across the team.
• Support a welcoming environment that encourages repeat business.

Financial & Administrative

• Assist with budgeting, cost control, and labor management.
• Track key performance metrics and implement improvements.
• Approve schedules, monitor payroll, and support hiring processes.
• Enforce company policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of restaurant management or kitchen leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of food safety (ServeSafe certification a plus).
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay + performance bonuses
• Health benefits
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for advancement
• Supportive and professional work environment
• Employee meal benefits

Company Description

Recruiting Plus, LLC , a company with over 37 years of restaurant operations and recruiting experience, has partnered with many national chains to recruit talented Restaurant Managers for them at all levels of the organization. Many of those chains don't advertise for these critical positions. No fees involved for us to get you an introduction into these outstanding restaurant companies. We specialize in connecting the appropriate candidate with the best available position. We are currently recruiting General Managers, Assistant General Managers, Restaurant Managers, Fast Track General Managers, and Culinary Managers in many markets across the country.

Company Description

Recruiting Plus, LLC , a company with over 37 years of restaurant operations and recruiting experience, has partnered with many national chains to recruit talented Restaurant Managers for them at all levels of the organization. Many of those chains don't advertise for these critical positions. No fees involved for us to get you an introduction into these outstanding restaurant companies. We specialize in connecting the appropriate candidate with the best available position. We are currently recruiting General Managers, Assistant General Managers, Restaurant Managers, Fast Track General Managers, and Culinary Managers in many markets across the country.