Restaurant Manager Jobs in Dover, 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

  • Rockaway, NJ (3 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (3 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day 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,...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Wayne, NJ (15 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (15 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Restaurant manager

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (17 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (17 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Supervise day-to-day restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house coordination Hire, train, and manage staff; create schedules and handle shift changes Ensure customer satisfaction...

Restaurant Shift Manager. Job in Madison Gr8Jobs

  • Madison, NJ (13 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Madison, NJ (13 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 3 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...

Restaurant Shift Manager. Job in Saddle Brook Gr8Jobs

  • Saddle Brook, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saddle Brook, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 3 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...

Restaurant Supervisor

  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

$23.00 / Hour Full-Time Full Benefits Opportunities for Advancement Our restaurant portfolio at Newark Liberty International Airport includes Flavortown, Jersey Mike's, Felina, Playa Bowls, Sora,...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

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

KFC Shift Manager G135609-PATERSON [NJ]

  • Paterson, NJ (19 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (19 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

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

KFC Shift Manager G135328 - PARK AVE [NJ]

  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

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

KFC Shift Manager G135611-BLOOMFIELD [NJ]

  • Bloomfield, NJ (20 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ (20 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

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

KFC Shift Manager G135330 - LYONS AVE [NJ]

  • Irvington, NJ (21 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Irvington, NJ (21 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

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

Customer Experience Manager

  • Garwood, NJ (22 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Garwood, NJ (22 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 7 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,...

Dining Room Manager

  • Randolph, NJ (6 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Randolph, NJ (6 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

About UsOverview Help us take hospitality to the next level! We are seeking a dynamic team player who is eager to bring innovation and excellence to our dining services, someone who takes pride in...

Restaurant Shift Manager

  • Clifton, NJ (21 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ (21 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Our secret to leading the way in hospitality? We put our people first! At Shake Shack, our mission is to Stand For Something Good in all that we do. From our teams to our neighborhoods, we're...

KFC Shift Manager

  • Ledgewood, NJ (7 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Ledgewood, NJ (7 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Dover, NJ

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Dover, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Dover, NJ 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 Dover, 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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