Restaurant Manager Jobs in Kentucky

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 Manager Urgently Hiring

  • Harlan, KY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Harlan, KY
  • 2 hours ago

Job Title - Restaurant Manager/Hardee's NOW HIRING EXCEPTIONAL RESTAURANT MANAGERS - If you are passionate about making a difference for our guests and our team members, every single day, can manage...

Hardees Restaurant Manager - Competitive Pay

  • Hazard, KY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Hazard, KY
  • 2 hours ago

quality, food safety, and cleanliness and recognize your team members for a job well-done....

Dental Front Office Coordinator

  • Hills Dales, KY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Hills Dales, KY
  • 3 hours ago

Supporting our front office as a Business Assistant, you'll be surrounded by camaraderie and partnership - where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! Hard-working and...

Restaurant Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 hours ago

Emmy Squared Pizza - NULU (Louisville, KY) is looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to join our growing team and help lead us to continued success!...

Shift Manager

  • Berea, KY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Berea, KY
  • 7 hours 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....

Restaurant manager

  • Edmonton, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Edmonton, KY
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant manager Job Employer Name:SpiderID: 13996140 Location: EDMONTON, AlaskaDate Posted: 5/15/2025 Wage:Category: Advertising Job Code: Job Description: Title: Retail sales manager Job Types Regular...

Shift Manager McTribe Ninja

  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago

Join the Tribe! Requirements: Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. A Shift Manager provides leadership to crew and other...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Brownsboro Village, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Brownsboro Village, KY
  • 2 days ago

Position Purpose: Customer Experience Managers (CXM) are members of the store leadership team that oversees execution of store standards across the entire store, including customer service,...

Shift Manager Opening Shift

  • Winchester, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Winchester, KY
  • 2 days ago

Shift Manager Opening Shift (Must be 18+ Years of Age) Are you a highly skilled and motivated individual looking for an immediate opportunity in the food & beverage industry? Do you thrive in a...

KFC Shift Manager

  • Cynthiana, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Cynthiana, KY
  • 2 days ago

Ability to develop your leadership skills and seek Assistant Manager, and Restaurant Manager opportunities....

Front Office Coordinator - Lexington (Downtown), KY

  • Lexington, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athleticos Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days 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...

Restaurant manager

  • Edmonton, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Edmonton, KY
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: Title: administrative assistant Job Types Regular job Terms of Employment: Full Time, Permanent Salary: $24.00 Hourly, for 30 to 35 Hours per week Anticipated Start Date (at the...

Restaurant Manager

  • Richmond, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, KY
  • 3 days ago

WHAT YOULL NEED 2+ years of successful restaurant management experience Ability and willingness to work 50 hours a week (five 10-hour shifts) Ability and willingness to work holidays and weekends as...

Shift Manager

  • Shelbyville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Shelbyville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Shift Supervisor Opportunity Awaits! Carrols owns and operates more than 800 Burger King Restaurants, and we need great leaders on our team! What Does a SHIFT SUPERVISOR do? Operates the...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Kentucky

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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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