Restaurant Manager

Outback Steakhouse Restaurant Manager

Outback Steakhouse, the home of juicy steaks, spirited drinks, and Aussie hospitality.

If you are looking for a great place to work, have fun, and make money mate, click here to apply.

With limited supervision, the Restaurant Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the FOH/BOH functions in a restaurant. These include company standards, customer experience, professional leadership, and direction for employees. All new managers will go through an extensive Manager in Training (MIT) program. Combining this with your previous experience, we will set you up for success to become a top-notch leader within the Outback family!

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance. Individual as well as Family plans (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• 2 Weeks paid vacation accrual.
• 401k Retirement plan.
• Group Life and AD&D Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Accrued Paid Sick Leave.
• PerkSpot Discounts.
• Robust supplemental benefits package!

Extras:

• Growth Opportunities to Upper Management. Development programs designed for future promotions.
• Incredible Work Life Balance. Targeting a 47-hour work week.
• 11 Week paid on-site Training Program.
• Complimentary Manager Shift Meal.
• Hospitable culture that recognizes hard work, effort, perseverance and leadership.
• Company sponsored Employee Assistance Program.
• We are the largest franchisee of Outback Steakhouse.
• Plenty of future possibilities to advance in your career!

Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the success of the restaurant's operations: FOH & BOH.
• Leads a team to success and provides mentorship; creates an enjoyable environment.
• Optimizes profits with labor, along with food & beverage costs, through proper ordering and inventory practices. Handles policies & procedures; maintains compliance.
• Increases customer satisfaction while managing standards of service.
• Continuously grows the business through sales and marketing.
• Always recruits new talent for future staff openings.
• Committed to safe food handling, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards at all times.
• Ensures the quality of food with proper safety equipment, tools, and recipe specs.
• Passionate about the taste and temperature of each dish and perfect plate presentations.
• Demonstrates immaculate standards while maintaining an organized, clean, and orderly restaurant.

Requirements:

• Proven management experience (2+ years) in a restaurant supporting large teams; full-service experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success in a leadership role.
• Flexible to work at other locations in the region when needed.
• You must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Highly proficient in English verbal, reading & writing communication skills.
• Ability to lift, carry or move up to 30 lbs.
• Able to work in hot and cold environments.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time, up to 10 hours per shift.
• Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, squatting and stooping.
• Manual dexterity to handle glassware, utensils and technology systems.
• Ability to move quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Visual ability to include distance, close, color, depth and peripheral. Also, the ability to adjust focus as needed. The role involves working in areas with low or dim lighting.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• For all California based positions: Responsible Beverage Service Certifications Required (can be completed during training, and up to 60 days after start date).

The Company provides reasonable accommodation as required by law and does not retaliate against employees for exercising their rights under California law, including protected leave, disability accommodations, or wage and hour rights.

The Company is committed to pay equality and fully complies with the California Equal Pay Act.

The Company complies with all applicable California wage and hour laws, including minimum wage, overtime, meal periods, rest breaks, reporting time pay, and split shift pay.

All newly hired employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). You can view the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work poster at

California applicants have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) outlined in our applicant privacy notice along with our data practices.

This posting does not create a contract of employment. Employment with the company is at-will and may be terminated at any time by either party, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.

About Us:

We are Out West Restaurant Group, the largest franchisee of Outback Steakhouse in the United States. Outback Steakhouse is an Australian theme restaurant that opened in March of 1988. At Outback Steakhouse we take food seriously, without forgetting the fun, and we are proud to do things uniquely and strive to positively impact the lives of our people we call "Outbackers". We believe if you treat people "Just Right" then success is sure to follow. It's a culture of respect and camaraderie that breeds enthusiasm. We start by indulging each customer like a guest in our own home. We continue by committing to the success of each and every Outbacker to be trained to the best of their ability.

Out West Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability, or any other protected status. All employment decisions at Outback are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by both federal and state laws.

We are committed to fairness, respect, and opportunity for all employees.

Monitor 200 Award: Ranked in Top 50 Franchisees in the U.S., 4 years in a row.

International Franchise Association's Franchisee of the Year: Award 2022, for Exemplifying Excellence in Local Community Service.

Proud contributor to non-profit organizations, California Care and CORE. Both organizations do incredible work, providing essential support to restaurant employees and their families during challenging times.

We are continually seeking great talent, and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.