Restaurant Manager | Fast Casual

Job Description

Job Description

Restaurant Manager – Fast-Casual Dining

Bayside, NY

A high-volume fast-casual restaurant in Yonkers is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations, lead team performance, and ensure an exceptional guest experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

This role is responsible for managing both front-of-house operations and supporting back-of-house coordination to ensure smooth service, operational efficiency, and consistent quality standards. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong people management skills, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to drive results in a high-volume setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service across all shifts

• Lead, coach, and develop FOH and support staff to maintain strong performance standards

• Manage labor, scheduling, and operational efficiency to meet business targets

• Ensure excellent guest experience through service recovery and proactive engagement

• Monitor inventory, ordering, and cost controls in coordination with kitchen leadership

• Support hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members

• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations

• Drive sales performance through service execution, speed, and guest satisfaction

• Act as the primary point of contact for operational issues during assigned shifts

Qualifications:

• 2–5+ years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume environment

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams

• Solid understanding of labor control, service standards, and restaurant operations

• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, guest-first environment

• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated hospitality leader who enjoys building strong teams, improving operations, and delivering consistent guest experiences in a high-traffic restaurant environment.