Restaurant Manager Jobs in Lakewood, NJ

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

  • East Windsor, NJ (24 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • East Windsor, NJ (24 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations at our family-friendly full-service Japanese establishment...

Assistant Customer Service Manager

  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 10 hours ago

We are seeking a highly motivated Customer Service Assistant Manager to lead and support the Perma Pure Group's portfolio of medical device products in our Lakewood, NJ manufacturing facility. The...

Shift Manager

  • Old Bridge, NJ (22 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Old Bridge, NJ (22 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Job Description Supercuts is one of the industry's most recognized salon brands. We offer outstanding development and training, with special emphasis on technical skills, have an established...

Shift Manager

  • Cream Ridge, NJ (15 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cream Ridge, NJ (15 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonalds USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonalds logos and food products,...

Restaurant Manager

  • Howell, NJ (5 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Howell, NJ (5 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Our Restaurant Managers lead and inspire the service and culinary teams to deliver the ultimate steakhouse experience every guest, every time....

Shift Manager

  • Freehold, NJ (11 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (11 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

SHIFT MANAGER Location 531 Soloman Way, Freehold, New Jersey, 07728, United States of America Category Restaurant Managers Job Id 7cda4bdf-9ba8-4815-9855-f996fa1aac16-203966 Want to work in a place...

Restaurant Manager

  • Middletown, NJ (22 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Middletown, NJ (22 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

management experience Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule Minimum age 21 years Preferred Requirements: One (1) year previous experience in full service (including bar) restaurant management...

Restaurant Shift Manager

  • Eatontown, NJ (16 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Eatontown, NJ (16 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Our secret to leading the way in hospitality? We put our people first! At Shake Shack, our mission is to Stand For Something Good in all that we do. From our teams to our neighborhoods, we're...

Senior Restaurant Manager

  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Senior Restaurant Manager is a lead front-of-house management role....

Restaurant Shift Manager - 401(k) plan with Company Match

  • Brick, NJ (5 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Brick, NJ (5 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Our secret to leading the way in hospitality? We put our peoplefirst!At Shake Shack, our mission is to Stand For Something Good inall that we do. From our teams to our neighborhoods,...

Dining Room Manager

  • Tinton Falls, NJ (20 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Tinton Falls, NJ (20 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Join The Arbor Company and discover a work family where you are treated with respect. We are recognized by our team members as a Great Place To Work and we are honored to be one of only 20...

Dental Front Office Coordinator

  • Ocean, NJ (14 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Ocean, NJ (14 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

Dr. Marc Berley proudly champions a patient-centric approach, fostering exceptional patient experiences, top-notch employee and dentist retention, and remarkable practice growth. You will thrive...

Supervisor, Cafe 99

  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 24 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 24 days ago

Job Overview: Direct and supervise Cafe 99 service shift activities including meal production and service. Supervise the sanitation of the Cafe 99 including ware washing, floor care, and cleaning...

KFC Shift Manager

  • Hazlet, NJ (24 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hazlet, NJ (24 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Restaurant Manager

  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Lucrative compensation package Growing company with 200+ restaurants and several new restaurant openings yearly across the country Career advancement and leadership conferences and development programs...

Demographic Data for Lakewood, NJ

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Lakewood, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Lakewood, NJ 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 Lakewood, NJ
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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