Restaurant Manager Jobs in Ames, IA

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 - 4031

  • Ames, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 1 day ago

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

Shift Manager - 0693

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Restaurant Manager

  • Ames, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 14 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...

Shift Manager - NEW STORE

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Already a Kwik Trip Coworker? Follow this link to apply: myapps.kwiktrip.com Location: Kwik Star 1707 Pay Range: $17.00 to $22.99 Shift: Variable Actual pay will be based on various factors, such...

Restaurant Manager

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Customer Service Manager

  • Ames, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 60+ days ago

You will partner with other restaurant management to identify specific opportunities for optimizing and maximizing the profitability of the restaurant....

Open/Close Shift Manager

  • Ames, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 60+ days ago

Assisting the restaurant management team in controlling food costs by tracking waste and completing daily shift inventory counts....

Shift Manager

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

Shift Supervisors work with restaurant management to provide the direction and training required on every shift to exceed our customer's expectations.Wendy's Shift Supervisor: Inspire Crew members to...

Restaurant Shift Manager

  • Ames, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 90+ days ago

Leading a culture of food safety that meets company standards in food quality, cleanliness, and practices. Recognizing team members for their hard work and celebrating wins during each shift....

Demographic Data for Ames, IA

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Ames, IA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Ames, IA 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 Ames, IA
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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