Restaurant Manager Jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

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

  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Raising Cane's standards and culture in shift management responsibilities of restaurant operations....

Front of House Supervisor-Senior Living Dining Service

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 7 days ago

Responsible for the food quality and standards of all catering events. May assist with the production of food for all events. Supervise all aspects of catering operations....

Shift Manager

  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 7 days ago

We're glad you're here. You may know us as the brand with Roast Beef and Curly Fries - but we are also crafting incredible career opportunities. You're in the right place if you're here for:...

KFC Shift Manager

  • Plainwell, MI (14 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Plainwell, MI (14 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 16 days ago

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

Shift Manager - 1859

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 20 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 20 days ago

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

Shift Manager - 1472

  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 20 days ago

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

Supply Chain and Customer Service Manager

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 22 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 22 days ago

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers,...

Shift Manager

  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 29 days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 29 days ago

From cooks to cashiers to restaurant managers and beyond, we work together to bring to life the Core Values of Border Foods....

Customer Experience Manager

  • Plainwell, MI (14 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plainwell, MI (14 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ 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

  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald's logos and food products,...

Shift Manager

  • Three Rivers, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Three Rivers, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 60+ 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...

Customer Service Manager

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 90+ days ago

New opportunity available for a Customer Service Manager. The Customer Service Manager position is one of hourly store management. Stores are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00AM to 8:00PM and we...

Restaurant Shift Manager

  • Oshtemo, MI (6 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oshtemo, MI (6 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Pay is up to $19.00 an hour. Includes TIPS (Average Tips per Hour is $4.00-$5.00) About You You're the face of Noodles & Company, and we must admit, you look great. You're known for always...

Shift Manager

  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

HOW YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERYDAY Building sales and profits by promoting Guest satisfaction and managing restaurant operations Escalating any concerns or recommendations with the restaurant, employees...

Demographic Data for Kalamazoo, MI

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Kalamazoo, MI 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 Kalamazoo, MI
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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