Restaurant Manager Jobs in Elizabeth, 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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Shift Manager

  • Yonkers, NY (23 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Yonkers, NY (23 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 11 hours 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...

Customer Experience Manager North Bergen

  • North Bergen, NJ (11 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • North Bergen, NJ (11 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 11 hours 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...

FOH Manager

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

We are looking for someone to spend most of the shift working the floor: managing the staff, engaging with with guests and ensuring that service and food quality is excellent....

Front Office Coordinator

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Assist the Director of Front of the House in the administrative duties of the Front Office department (Bellmen, Doormen, Bell Captains, Concierge, Guest Service Agents, Towers Page, Towers Maitre...

Restaurant Manager

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The Mermaid Inn & Oyster Bar are seeking service-minded restaurant managers to join its leadership team....

NOW Hiring Restaurant Manager

  • Jersey City, NJ (6 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (6 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

If so, We want YOU to join our team as RESTAURANT MANAGER! Responsibilities: *Oversee daily restaurant operations. *Manage and train staff to ensure top-tier service....

Calling All Restaurant Managers

  • East Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Calling All Restaurant Managers Gasket Guy of Central New Jersey Tired of the Restaurant Business! Have a Little Bit of a Handyman Skill Set! Good with People!...

GM and Restaurant Manager NYC Restaurant Group

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Management Leadership Communication Skills Front of the House Leadership Problem Solving Customer Service Adaptability Service Focused Attention to Detail Beverage Management Hospitality Management...

Cafe Manager

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Floor ManagerCafe Upscale French Cafe is looking for a professional and experienced Cafe Floor Manager. The Floor Manager works with the General...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Wayne, NJ (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (19 miles from Elizabeth, 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...

DINING ROOM MANAGER - Capital One Lounge, JFK

  • Jamaica, NY (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Flik Hospitality Group Salary: $67,500.00 Other Forms of Compensation: What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the...

Restaurant manager

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (20 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (20 miles from Elizabeth, 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 Manager

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Now Hiring: A lead-by-example Restaurant Manager who loves to train and mentor their team....

DINING ROOM MANAGER - Capital One Lounge, JFK

  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Salary: $67,500.00 Other Forms of Compensation: 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...

Catering / Cafe Manager

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Required Years of Experience 5 years Job Details Catering & Cafe Manager Role Overview The Catering & Cafe Manager is responsible for both business development and daily operations of the cafe and...

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Elizabeth, 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 Elizabeth, 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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