Restaurant Manager Jobs in Lakeland, FL

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

  • Wendy's
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 1 day ago

What you'll do WHY WENDY’S? Families come in all shapes and sizes, that includes the Wendy’s family - the people you will work with as a Shift Manager. We get you. We got you....

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Restaurant Manager

  • Bob Evans
  • Lake Wales, FL (19 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Wales, FL (19 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 2 days 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...

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Shift Manager

  • Dine Brands
  • Valrico, FL (22 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Valrico, FL (22 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 2 days ago

1905 S.R. 60 East Valrico, FL 33594 Based in Pasadena, California, Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), through its subsidiaries and franchisees, supports and operates restaurants under...

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Restaurant Manager - Quarterly Bonus Available

  • Chili's
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 9 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...

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KFC Shift Manager

  • KFC
  • Bartow, FL (8 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Bartow, FL (8 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Clear career path with opportunities to move into Assistant Manager and Restaurant Manager roles....

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Restaurant Manager

  • Texas Roadhouse Holdings LLC
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Texas Roadhouse is looking for a Restaurant Manager to oversee both Front of House and Back of House operations and be responsible for making sure that Legendary Food and Legendary Service are adhered...

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Restaurant Manager

  • Dunkin'
  • Seffner, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Seffner, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 13 days ago

As General Manager, you'll oversee daily restaurant operations while ensuring compliance with Dunkin' standards, franchise policies, and all applicable laws....

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Shift Manager - 0377

  • Five Guys
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 13 days ago

quality and food safety very seriously but do not take ourselves too seriously....

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Shift Manager

  • McDonalds
  • Lithia, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lithia, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 14 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,...

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Shift Manager

  • Arby's, LLC
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 14 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...

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Restaurant Manager

  • Bloomin' Brands, Inc.
  • Davenport, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Davenport, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 21 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...

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Restaurant Manager

  • Olive Garden
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 21 days ago

Our Restaurant Managers report to the General Manager and are accountable for taking initiative, being people-focused, and results-oriented....

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Restaurant Manager

  • Twin Peaks Restaurant
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 22 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 22 days ago

TWIN PEAKS JOB DESCRIPTION: MANAGER GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB This job requires the manager to direct the work of other store employees in order to create and maintain a profitable store...

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Certified Restaurant Supervisor

  • Red Lobster
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 26 days ago

As a Certified Restaurant Supervisor (CRS), you will be responsible for supporting the management team to ensure that restaurant operations run smoothly, while also filling important team member roles...

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Shift Manager

  • Sonic Drive-In
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

management experience (QSR) or one year entry level retail management experience required....

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Demographic Data for Lakeland, FL

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Restaurant Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Lakeland, FL

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 Lakeland, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.3%
High School or GED
25.2%
Associate's Degree
17.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.2%
Master's Degree
7.3%
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 Lakeland, FL
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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