Restaurant Manager Jobs in Harvard, MA

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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General Manager / Chef

  • Newton Upper Falls, MA (22 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newton Upper Falls, MA (22 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 5 days ago

BrickFire Pizza is a chef inspired quality fast casual restaurant specializing in pizza, pasta with homemade sauces, and a wide variety of salads and sandwiches with homemade dressings. We are...

Restaurant Manager

  • Marlborough, MA (10 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (10 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Raising Canes standards and culture in shift management responsibilities of restaurant operations....

Restaurant Manager

  • Cambridge, MA (24 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (24 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 12 hours ago

Compensation Range $55,000 - $70,000 / Year Compensation may include base salary and geographic differential. This position is bonus eligible. Job Description You are a seasoned restaurant leader,...

Contract Administrator/Customer Service Manager

  • Grafton, MA (21 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grafton, MA (21 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Contract Administrator/Customer Service Manager 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars North Grafton, MA Contract Administrator/Customer Service Manager Country United States of America State / County...

Closing Shift Manager/Late Night

  • Worcester, MA (19 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (19 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Shift Manager / Hourly Manager (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...

Customer Service Manager

  • Wilmington, MA (21 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (21 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Smyth-Wilmington is seeking candidates who take pride in what they do, love being part of something great, enjoy learning, and creating new opportunities for our customers. From big moments to...

Contract Administrator/Customer Service Manager

  • North Grafton, MA (19 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Grafton, MA (19 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 3 days ago

PURPOSE: The individual in this position aids in the preparation of contractual provisions and the administration of contract proposals for commercial and government, domestic and international...

Restaurant Manager

  • Holliston, MA (22 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Holliston, MA (22 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Northern Management Group is currently hiring RESTAURANT MANAGERS to join our growing management team. We are a family oriented growing Network of Dunkin locations....

Shift Manager

  • Westborough, MA (16 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (16 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 9 days 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....

Shift Manager Morning/Opening

  • Worcester, MA (19 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (19 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Shift Manager / Hourly Manager (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...

Cafe Manager

  • Arlington, MA (22 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Arlington, MA (22 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Cafe Manager The Roasted Granola +1 more Date Posted April 07, 2025 Location Arlington, MA Category Culinary Job type Full-Time COMPANY DESCRIPTION The Roasted Granola is a beloved neighborhood...

Shift Manager up to $19/hr

  • Reading, MA (24 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Reading, MA (24 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 13 days ago

McDonald's is currently looking for Shift Manager Up to $19/hr (based on experience and availability) It's time you worked for someone who will give you the tools to learn, grow and be what you...

Customer Service Manager

  • Concord, MA (11 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Concord, MA (11 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Customer Service Manager Do you dream of a career rooted in teamwork, exceptional customer service, and a commitment to safety-all within a vibrant community rich in history? Look no further than...

Dental Front Office Coordinator

  • Wayland, MA (14 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wayland, MA (14 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Wayland Dental proudly champions a patient-centric approach, fostering exceptional patient experiences, top-notch employee and dentist retention, and remarkable practice growth. You will thrive in...

Dining Room Supervisor - The Residence at Bedford

  • Bedford, MA (15 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (15 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 18 days ago

Job Details Job Location : The Residence at Bedford - Bedford, MA Salary Range : Undisclosed Description If you have been looking for a career that loves you back... This is the one! LCB Senior...

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Harvard, MA

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Harvard, MA 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 Harvard, MA
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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