Restaurant Manager Jobs in San Diego, CA

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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Senior Restaurant Manager

  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Part Time Customer Experience Manager

  • Encinitas, CA (22 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Encinitas, CA (22 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Store - S.DG-ENCINITAS, CA Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain store...

Client Services Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

WHY CHOOSE HUB? Throughout our network of more than 450 HUB offices in North America, we offer a competitive, exciting and friendly work environment that strategically positions our employees for...

Restaurant Manager ("Gerente de Restaurante")

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Job Details Level : Management Job Location : Bahia - San Diego, CA Position Type : Full Time Education Level : 2 Year Degree Salary Range : $70000.00 - $80000.00 Salary Travel Percentage : None...

BBG Restaurant Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

The resort boasts a range of exciting employment opportunities, from front-of-house positions to behind-the-scenes roles, providing a diverse and rewarding career path....

Assistant Table Games Shift Manager

  • Jamul, CA (22 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Jamul, CA (22 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 7 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 4+ years in a table games supervisory role preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and...

Restaurant Shift Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 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...

Shift Manager

  • Lakeside, CA (22 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lakeside, CA (22 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 10 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:...

Restaurant Supervisor

  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details LOCATION Dockside 1953 Dockside 1953 is the new signature nautical-inspired restaurant at the Bahia Resort Hotel and is ranked as one of the top...

Restaurant Manager - San Diego, CA - Chilis

  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago

Role Overview Chili's Managers are wired for hospitality! We're in the people business. So, we know how to make someone feel special, and our most successful Managers are passionate about...

Restaurant Manager

  • San Ysidro, CA (1 mile from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Ysidro, CA (1 mile from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Restaurant Managers Great employees deserve great benefits!...

Restaurant Manager - San Diego, CA - Chili's

  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago

Role Overview Chili's Managers are wired for hospitality! We're in the people business. So, we know how to make someone feel special, and our most successful Managers are passionate about...

PT Customer Experience Manager

  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Store - S.DG-CHULA VISTA-OTAY RANCH, CA Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes....

Restaurant Supervisor (FT) ("Supervisor/a de Restaurante")

  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago

Job Details Level : Management Job Location : Bahia - San Diego, CA Position Type : Full-Time / Part-Time Education Level : High School Salary Range : $26.20 - $29.20 Hourly Travel Percentage :...

Nights & Weekends PT Customer Experience Manager

  • Santee, CA (14 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Santee, CA (14 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Store - S.DG-SANTEE, CA Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain store...

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.0%
High School or GED
25.7%
Associate's Degree
17.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.2%
Master's Degree
7.2%
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 San Diego, CA
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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