Restaurant Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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 Manager

  • Lawrence Township, NJ
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lawrence Township, NJ
  • 8 hours 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...

Security Assistant Shift Manager - Borgata

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 22 hours ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 22 hours ago

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being...

Part Time Customer Experience Manager

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 22 hours ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 22 hours ago

Store - NWK-PARSIPPANY, NJDeliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain store...

Dining Room Manager

  • Tinton Falls, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tinton Falls, NJ
  • 1 day 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...

Restaurant Manager

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 1 day ago

& local marketing programs Champion sales building activities and suggestive selling Maximize table turnover, sales per guest, and sales per hour Meet and greet guests, investigating and resolving food...

Restaurant Manager

  • Edison, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 2 days ago

un RESTAURANT MANAGER LOUCAS RESTAURANT 9 lincoln hwy compensation: 75 K PLUS employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Restaurant Manager GM EXPERIENCED MANAGER FOR HI VOLUME ITALIAN...

Restaurant Manager

  • Edgewater, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Edgewater, NJ
  • 3 days ago

DON COQUI EDGEWATER IS NOW HIRING RESTAURANT MANAGER Don Coqui Edgewater is an Ultra Modern Restaurant and Lounge serving the best Authentic Latin Caribbean Cuisine and Drinks....

Shift Manager

  • Turnersville, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Turnersville, NJ
  • 3 days ago

We're glad you're here. You may know us as the brand with Roast Beef and Curly Fries - but we are also crafting incredible career opportunities. You're in the right place if you're here for:...

ShopRite - Customer Service Manager (Eickhoff NJ) Salary Range $1200 - $1500wk Job Description Title: Customer Service Manager Job Code: 2020 Job: Exempt Department: Store Operations Supervised...

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Inspires others with a clear direction by understanding and demonstrating a high level of commitment and energy in all endeavors. Consistently demonstrates superior customer...

Associate Restaurant Manager

  • Williamstown, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Williamstown, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Restaurant Operations Technically proficient in all aspects of food preparation, production and delivery. Displays detailed knowledge of all key food handling/food safety procedures....

Restaurant Manager Scratch Kitchen, Full Service

  • Freehold, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ
  • 5 days ago

The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for overseeing the front-of-house operations, managing staff, and ensuring that every guest enjoys a memorable dining experience....

Restaurant Shift Supervisor

  • Newark, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Job Description $23.00 / Hour Full-Time Full Benefits Opportunities for Advancement Our restaurant portfolio at Newark Liberty International Airport includes Flavortown, Jersey Mike's, Felina,...

Deli Manager, Wall, NJ Store 780 D7

  • Wall Township, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Wall Township, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Albertsons Companies is one of the largest retail employers, providing approximately 300,000 jobs across 2,200 stores, twenty-two distribution centers, twenty food and beverage plants and various...

Customer Service Manager - NVR

  • Burlington Township, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Burlington Township, NJ
  • 6 days ago

The Operations Manager is responsible for providing leadership and management to multiple functional areas within a manufacturing plant. This position will work proactively with plant management...

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Restaurant Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in New Jersey 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
11.3%
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 New Jersey
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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