Restaurant Manager Jobs in California

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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Shift Manager

  • La Habra, CA
  • moments ago
  • La Habra, CA
  • moments 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....

Customer Experience Manager

  • Merced, CA
  • moments ago
  • Merced, CA
  • moments ago

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

Front of House Manager

  • Palm Desert, CA
  • moments ago
  • Palm Desert, CA
  • moments ago

Position: Front of House Manager / Dining Room Manager Shifts, Time, and Days: Full Time Pay Range: $68,640.00-$72,800.00 per year Segovia is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Pismo Beach, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Pismo Beach, CA
  • 11 hours 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...

Dining Room Manager

  • San Jose, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Apply online at: Responsibilities: Responsible for the overall operations and service of meals in all dining venues of the community. Responsible for the hiring, training and development, and...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Exclusive Experience Programming: Oversee and manage front of house appointment experience program; create an elevated celebration destination for couples exploring fine jewelry....

Restaurant Manager Spanish Citizen (Visa Requirement)

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Restaurant Manager Spanish Citizen (Visa Requirement) TELEFERIC BARCELONA Posted 2 days ago Restaurant Manager Spanish Citizen (Visa Requirement) About the job Teleferic Barcelona Restaurant Group,...

Project (Client Services) Manager

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 19 hours ago

$1bn), from basic design through qualification. Post implementation you will support projects both in Holly Springs and our other US locations. Build and lead the project team, motivating them...

Restaurant Floor Manager Spanish Citizen (Visa Requirement)

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Restaurant Floor Manager Spanish Citizen (Visa Requirement) TELEFERIC BARCELONA Posted a day ago Restaurant Floor Manager Spanish Citizen (Visa Requirement) About the job Teleferic Barcelona...

Front Office Coordinator, K-8

  • Lafayette, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lafayette, CA
  • 20 hours ago

About the Employer Established in 1920, Bentley School is a K-12 coeducational, independent day school located on two campuses in Oakland and Lafayette. Bentley is an inclusive community that...

Restaurant Manager - Sacramento, CA - Chilis

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 20 hours 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...

Shift Manager

  • Arcata, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Arcata, CA
  • 21 hours 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,...

Dining Room Supervisor, Wuksachi Lodge

  • Sequoia National Park, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Sequoia National Park, CA
  • 23 hours ago

quality, service, or accommodations Review work procedures and operational initiatives to improve service, performance, or safety Assist Restaurant Manager with team member trainings and compliance...

Cafe Supervisor

  • Tuolumne, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tuolumne, CA
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY: Responsible for the supervision of all staff in assigned work area. Coordinates efforts for the assigned venue's day-to-day operations following department policies and procedures. The...

Front of House Manager - Nobu - Indian Wells

  • Indian Wells, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Indian Wells, CA
  • 1 day ago

POSITION OVERVIEW Desert Champions is hiring a Front of House Manager for Nobu - Indian Wells. The FOH Manager will assist the Restaurant Manager to uphold Nobu service standards....

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in California

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 California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.9%
High School or GED
25.8%
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 California
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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