Restaurant Manager Jobs in South Plainfield, 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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Hirring Line - Prep Cooks, Restaurant Manager!

  • New York, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Were seeking a passionate, dynamic, and visionary Restaurant Manager to lead the charge and make every shift feel like an event!...

Shift Manager

  • Chester, NJ (20 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chester, NJ (20 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Conducts performance appraisals, takes disciplinary action, motivates and trains Ensures maintenance of equipment, facility, and grounds through the use of a preventative maintenance program Ensures food...

Shift Manager $19.50 NJ

  • Roselle Park, NJ (10 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Roselle Park, NJ (10 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 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,...

Restaurant Manager

  • Dunellen, NJ (4 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dunellen, NJ (4 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

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...

Customer Service Manager, Airport Customer Care

  • New York City, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York City, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Location: John F Kennedy Intl Apt (JFK-TRML) Cities: New York City JFK - NY Requisition ID: 79830 This job will continue to be posted until at least 07/06/2025. If interested, please apply prior...

Restaurant Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

As a manager, within our restaurant, you will be working closely handling the following responsibilities: - Count drawers - Encourage employees to maintain restaurant standards - Ensure employees...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Princeton, NJ (18 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (18 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Customer Experience Manager - 320 Princeton Five Below - [Department Supervisor] As a Customer Experience Manager at Five Below, you'll: Lead the Support Lead, Lead Cashiers and associates while...

Shift Manager

  • Hoboken, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 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,...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Store - NYC-BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, NY Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain...

Restaurant Manager

  • Short Hills, NJ (12 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (12 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, we bring the biggest and best parts of ourselves to work and to our communities, and are guided by our ROCKS philosophy (Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness...

Customer Experience Manager - 320 Princeton

  • Princeton, NJ (18 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (18 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 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 Supervisor

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (7 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (7 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

As a Restaurant Supervisor, you assist the Restaurant Manager with training and development of staff and will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our restaurant, managing staff, and...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Plainfield, NJ (3 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (3 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Customer Experience Managers (CXM) are members of the store leadership team that oversees execution of store standards across the entire store, including customer service, department readiness,...

Addams Tavern (Westfield NJ) Is Seeking An Experienced Upscale Restaurant Manager

  • Westfield, NJ (6 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Westfield, NJ (6 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Under the direction of the GM, you will be responsible for training, scheduling, and managing a Front of House team that aligns with our values....

Trap Rock Restaurant & Brewery (Berkeley Heights, NJ) Is Seeking An Experienced Upscale Restaurant Manager

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (7 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (7 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Under the direction of the GM, you will be responsible for training, scheduling, and managing a Front of House team that aligns with our values....

Demographic Data for South Plainfield, NJ

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in South Plainfield, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in South Plainfield, 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
7.1%
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 South Plainfield, 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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