Restaurant Manager

$75k

Gecko New York

Job Description

Restaurant Manager

Watchung, NJ
Salary: Up to $75,000

A well-established, high-volume casual dining restaurant is seeking an experienced and energetic Restaurant Manager to join its leadership team in Watchung, NJ. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences while developing and leading high-performing teams.

What You'll Do

Lead daily front and back of house operations to ensure outstanding guest satisfaction.
Coach, train, and develop team members to achieve operational excellence.
Drive sales, profitability, and overall restaurant performance.
Maintain high standards of food quality, service, cleanliness, and safety.
Manage labor, scheduling, inventory, and controllable costs.
Support recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
Resolve guest concerns professionally and create memorable dining experiences.
Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and health department regulations.

What We're Looking For

2+ years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume casual dining environment.
Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
Proven ability to motivate and develop hourly team members and supervisors.
Experience managing labor, food costs, and operational budgets.
Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to work alongside the team.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary up to $75,000
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Comprehensive health benefits
Paid vacation and personal time
Career advancement opportunities with a growing organization
Ongoing training and leadership development

If you are a passionate hospitality leader looking to take the next step in your management career, we would love to hear from you.

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Vacancy posted 18 days ago

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