Restaurant Manager Jobs in Merriam, KS

A Restaurant Manager is a crucial player in the hospitality industry, responsible for the overall operation of a restaurant or dining facility. This involves a wide range of tasks, including staff management, inventory control, customer service, marketing, and financial management. They ensure that the restaurant operates efficiently and profitably, while fostering a positive work environment. They are responsible for maintaining high production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards.

Key skills required for a restaurant manager include leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. They should also have a thorough understanding of food safety principles and should ideally hold a Food Safety Handler certification. Critical financial skills, such as budgeting and financial analysis, are also beneficial. Prior roles that could lead to a restaurant management position include roles as a Restaurant Supervisor, Assistant Manager, or even a Head Chef. These positions offer invaluable experience in managing staff, dealing with customers, and understanding restaurant operations.

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Restaurant Manager

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 11 hours ago

At Hooters, we're always on the lookout for top-tier restaurant management talent!...

KFC Shift Manager

  • Belton, MO (17 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Belton, MO (17 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 22 hours ago

Ability to develop your leadership skills and seek Assistant Manager, and Restaurant Manager opportunities....

Restaurant Manager - Unit 1230

  • Blue Springs, MO (20 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Blue Springs, MO (20 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Manages front-of-house restaurant operations, including staff scheduling, customer service, and presentation of the dining room and bar areas....

Customer Experience Manager

  • Lees Summit, MO (18 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (18 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Position Purpose: Customer Experience Managers (CXM) are members of the store leadership team that oversees execution of store standards across the entire store, including customer service,...

Restaurant Manager

  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Raising Cane's standards and culture in shift management responsibilities of restaurant operations....

Customer Service Manager

  • Basehor, KS (17 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Basehor, KS (17 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 3 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Belton, MO (17 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Belton, MO (17 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 3 days ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Restaurant Supervisor

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 3 days ago

What we offer: Health, Dental, Vision and other benefits available after 60 days DailyPay 401k Paid Training Paid PTO Referral program Discounts at all Kinseth Hotel Corporation hotels and...

Front of House Manager

  • Parkville, MO (13 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Parkville, MO (13 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 4 days ago

Stone Canyon is looking for an experienced leader to join our team as a Front of House Manager....

Surveillance Assistant Shift Manager

  • Kansas City, KS (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 5 days ago

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. Were always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, youll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

Shift Supervisor- Restaurant

  • Platte City, MO (24 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Platte City, MO (24 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 7 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Missouri $75k - $148k Per Year Shift Supervisor- Restaurant Wendy's International Occupation: Managers, All Other Location: Platte City, MO - 64079 Positions...

Shift Manager

  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 7 days ago

the quality products Wendy's is known for. * Training Crew Members in operational and service behaviors * Supervising Crew in service, cleanliness and food quality behaviors to ensure we meet the needs...

Retail Manager- Customer Experience Manager Part Time

  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 8 days ago

Store - KC-STATELINE, MO Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain store...

Shift Manager

  • Gardner, KS (20 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gardner, KS (20 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 8 days ago

If youre ready to take the next step in your career in restaurant management, our Shift Manager position is the right place to do it....

Pool Restaurant Manager

  • Kansas City, KS (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 9 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 9 days ago

Join our team as a Pool Restaurant Manager and take charge of our vibrant restaurant, where culinary excellence and top-notch service meet....

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Merriam, KS

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Merriam, KS offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.9%
High School or GED
25.9%
Associate's Degree
17.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.2%
Master's Degree
7.1%
Some College
3.2%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Restaurant Managers in Merriam, KS
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%



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