Restaurant Manager Jobs in Needham, 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 (2 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newton Upper Falls, MA (2 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 4 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...

Smyth Companies

CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER

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...

Restaurant Manager

  • Cambridge, MA (9 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (9 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 5 hours 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....

Customer Experience Manager - Victoria's Secret - South Shore - Braintree, MA

  • Braintree, MA (13 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Braintree, MA (13 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 7 hours ago

A Victoria’s Secret & Co Customer Experience Manager is a values-based leader who delivers exceptional customer and associate experiences to grow top line sales. This role reports to the Store...

Overnight EVS Assistant Shift Manager

  • Plainville, MA (18 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Plainville, MA (18 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. Were always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, youll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

RESTAURANT MANAGER - Billerica, MA

  • Billerica, MA (18 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Billerica, MA (18 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 15 hours ago

A Restaurant Manager is responsible for the development of their team by providing strong, positive leadership and constructive feedback....

Restaurant Manager in Training

  • Billerica, MA (18 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Billerica, MA (18 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 15 hours ago

A Restaurant Manager is responsible for the development of their team by providing strong, positive leadership and constructive feedback....

BENEFITS: College Tuition Assistance worth $2,500 - $ 3,000, every year Free High School Diploma Program (Includes Immediate Family) No Cost/Low-Cost College degrees through Colorado Technical...

Restaurant Manager

  • Peabody, MA (22 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Peabody, MA (22 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

Customer Service Manager (Nights And Weedends Part Time

  • Everett, MA (13 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Everett, MA (13 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Customer Service Manager

  • Winter Hill, MA (11 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Winter Hill, MA (11 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Address: USA-MA-Somerville-779 McGrath Highway Store Code: Human Resources Brands (5050899) Here at Stop & Shop, we've been serving our customers and neighborhoods for more than a century. A lot...

Sr Customer Experience Manager

  • Salem, MA (23 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Salem, MA (23 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4296638 Job Title: Sr Customer Experience Manager Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Salem Date Posted: 06/21/2025Hours Worked Per Week: Not Provided Shift: Not...

Client Services Manager, Home Health

  • Wilmington, MA (20 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (20 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Client Services Manager, Home Health BAYADA Home Health Care - 3.8 Wilmington, MA Job Details 10 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program...

Restaurant Manager

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 4 days 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,...

Restaurant Manager

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 4 days ago

management experience Extensive front of house knowledge; Advanced knowledge of financial aspects Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills Stable and progressive work history; Strong work...

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Needham, MA

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Needham, 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 Needham, 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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