Restaurant Manager Jobs in Wakefield, 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 (15 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newton Upper Falls, MA (15 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 2 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...

Customer Service Manager

  • Somerville, MA (8 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (8 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 9 days ago

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

Restaurant Manager

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 6 hours ago

As a Zuma Restaurant Manager, you are responsible for overseeing all aspects of restaurant operations to ensure a seamless and exceptional dining experience for guests....

Assistant Customer Service Manager

  • Peabody, MA (5 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Peabody, MA (5 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 6 hours ago

A Day in the Life: Are you a people person with a knack for leadership? We're on the hunt for a vibrant and customer-centric Assistant Customer Service Manager to join our dynamic team! In this...

Front Line Manager

  • Norwood, MA (23 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Norwood, MA (23 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 7 hours ago

6018 - Norwood - 1320 Boston Providence Turnpike, Norwood, Massachusetts, 02062 CarMax, the way your career should be! General Summary: At CarMax, all new managers complete a structured four-month...

Cafe Manager - Corporate Dining - Boston, MA

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

Salary: $65,000 to $75,000/year. What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every...

Restaurant Manager

  • Watertown, MA (10 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Watertown, MA (10 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant Manager at sweetgreen 100 Bond St, Watertown, MA 02472 Apply Now at sweetgreen 100 Bond St, Watertown, MA 02472 Our Restaurant Managers (Assistant Coaches) lead our team members!...

Restaurant Manager

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The successful Ruths Chris Restaurant Manager is dedicated to excellence in food, beverage, service, and hospitality, is committed to developing themselves and others, and has an unwavering drive to...

Senior Customer Service Manager

  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Senior Customer Service Manager Werfen United States, Massachusetts, Bedford 180 Hartwell Road (Show on map) Jun 10, 2025 Job Information Number ICIMS-2025-8963 Job function Customer Service Job...

Restaurant Manager

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

ensuring policies and processes are followed. + Assist in hiring, onboarding, and continuous training of employees. + Partner with Swingers' leadership team to ensure seamless collaboration between front-of-house...

Restaurant Manager

  • Lexington, MA (8 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, MA (8 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

of house operations within the departmentDaily monitoring of staffing levels to insure proper service standards and adherence to labor costsDaily reconciliation of actual revenues and payroll to budget...

RESTAURANT MANAGER- North Andover, MA

  • North Andover, MA (11 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Andover, MA (11 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Customer Experience Manager

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions...

Shift Manager $19-$24 to start

  • Lowell, MA (17 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (17 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 2 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,...

Dining Room Manager-Ocean Prime Boston

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Summary: It is the responsibility of a Dining Room Manager to assist the General Manager in all aspects of a restaurant operation in accordance with the philosophy, culture, guidelines, and objectives...

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Wakefield, MA

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, 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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