Restaurant Manager Jobs in Clifton, NJ

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

  • Montville, NJ (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
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  • Montville, NJ (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
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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...

Wendys Restaurant Manager - 1601 Utica Avenue, Brooklyn

  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • moments ago

Maintain the restaurant's revenue, profitability and quality goals, ensuring efficient restaurant operation, as well as maintaining high production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards...

Customer Service Manager

  • Madison, NJ (16 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Madison, NJ (16 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Restaurant Manager, Hudson Yards

  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

The opportunity Delaware North's Patina Group is searching for a Restaurant Manager to join our team at Hudson Yards in New York, New York....

Customer Service Manager, Control Center

  • New York City, NY (13 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • New York City, NY (13 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Location: John F Kennedy Intl Apt (JFK-TRML) Cities: New York City JFK - NY Requisition ID: 80693 This job will continue to be posted until at least 08/26/2025. If interested, please apply prior...

Customer Experience Manager (Operations) - Victoria's Secret - Garden State Plaza - Paramus, NJ

  • Paramus, NJ (5 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Paramus, NJ (5 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

A Victorias 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...

Shift Manager

  • Rockaway Beach, NY (24 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Rockaway Beach, NY (24 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 19 hours 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,...

Restaurant Manager

  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in restaurant management. Excellent communication skills. Food Protection Certificate for NYC DOH compliance....

Assistant Customer Experience Manager

  • Randolph, NJ (23 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Randolph, NJ (23 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Looking for a company that treats associates with respect, understanding, and appreciation? Looking for a company that is passionate about teamwork and the growth of it's associates and...

Shift Manager

  • Elizabeth, NJ (14 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (14 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Purpose: The purpose of the Manager I (MGRI) position is to assist Branch management in tactically executing QSR or similar restaurant management operations....

Restaurant Manager

  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

Managers to lead operations, drive growth, and enhance guest experience....

Front Office Coordinator

  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

BASIS Independent Schools, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, is a national network of PreK-12 private, secular schools that educate students to the highest international levels. Our ten...

Restaurant Manager

  • Tarrytown, NY (20 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tarrytown, NY (20 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

About Us The newly reimagined and remodeled Westchester Marriott Hotel is located in historic Tarrytown, New York. Our 444 room hotel is nestled in the heart of the Hudson Valley and easily...

Restaurant Manager

  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The opportunity Delaware Norths Patina Group is searching for a Restaurant Manager to join our team at Hudson Yards in New York, New York....

Restaurant Supervisor

  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Operations....

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Clifton, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Restaurant Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Clifton, NJ 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 Clifton, NJ
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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