Restaurant Manager Jobs in Newark, 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 Shift Supervisor

  • Yonkers, NY (21 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (21 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 10 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...

Restaurant Shift Manager

  • Yonkers, NY (21 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (21 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 15 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...

Customer Experience Manager - Victoria's Secret - Fifth Ave/Mid-Town - New York, NY

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

A Victoria’s Secret & Co Customer Experience Manager is a values-based leader who delivers exceptional customer and associate experiences to grow top line sales. This role reports to the Store...

Applebee's Restaurant Manager New Rochelle

  • New Rochelle, NY (23 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New Rochelle, NY (23 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

We are hiring Restaurant Managers of all experience levels; Managers, Assistant Gen eral Managers & Kitchen Managers. Do you have proven management skills and experience in food and beverage?...

Dining Room Manager

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Assist with hiring, training and education of front-of-house staff. Motivating and leading staff to perform at the highest possible level....

Restaurant Floor Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Lead, train, and motivate front-of-house staff including servers, hosts and bartenders. Coordinate with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure timely service....

Restaurant Manager

  • Paramus, NJ (15 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Paramus, NJ (15 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Job Overview Responsible for leading department-level restaurant operations; demonstrates leadership...

Customer Service Manager

  • Piscataway, NJ (19 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (19 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

Job Description: Job brief We are looking for an experienced Customer Service Manager to provide excellent customer service and to promote this idea throughout the organisation. The goal is to...

Applebee's Restaurant Manager North Bergen NJ

  • North Bergen, NJ (8 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • North Bergen, NJ (8 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

We are hiring Restaurant Managers of all experience levels; Managers, Assistant General Managers & Kitchen Managers. Do you have proven management skills and experience in food and beverage?...

Applebee's Restaurant Manager Jersey Gardens NJ

  • Elizabeth, NJ (4 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (4 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring Restaurant Managers of all experience levels; Managers, Assistant General Managers & Kitchen Managers. Do you have proven management skills and experience in food and beverage?...

Shift Manager

  • Ridgewood, NY (15 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ridgewood, NY (15 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

Technical Customer Experience Manager

  • Iselin, NJ (13 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Iselin, NJ (13 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The application window is expected to close on: 5/2/24. Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. The preferred work...

Cafe Manager

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 5 years Job Details Job Posting: Retail Cafe Manager - (Post in Culinary Agents and Indeed) Butter Beans is a leading provider of school and camp meals throughout New...

Restaurant Manager

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The Restaurant Manager for ARVA Italian Restaurant with F&B 575 LLC will oversee and maintain all aspects of operation in the dining room while exceeding guests expectations for quality of the product...

Restaurant Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day 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...

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Newark, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Newark, 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 Newark, 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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