Restaurant Manager Jobs in Whippany, 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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Cafe Manager

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Executes menu items alongside team while ensuring execution, food quality, ticket times, and service standards are up to Life Times expectation; leads by example while working in The Zone Maintains...

Front of House Manager Il Giglio Tribeca Now Hiring

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Il Giglio Tribeca - Now Hiring: Front of House Manager Click here to learn more & apply today!...

Shift Manager $19.50 NJ

  • Elizabeth, NJ (14 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (14 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 12 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 Floor Manager - Eataly Downtown

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Restaurant Manager assists the Restaurant Assistant General Manager (AGM) in the day-to-day operations of Eataly's full-service restaurants....

Front of House Manager

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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Shift Manager

  • Scotch Plains, NJ (13 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Scotch Plains, NJ (13 miles from Whippany, 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 (15 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dunellen, NJ (15 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 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 Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York City, NY (23 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 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 (24 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 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...

Restaurant Manager

  • Mount Arlington, NJ (13 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Arlington, NJ (13 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

WHAT YOULL NEED 2+ years of successful restaurant management experience Ability and willingness to work 50 hours a week (five 10-hour shifts) Ability and willingness to work holidays and weekends as...

Experienced General or Restaurant Manager

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

As the General or Restaurant Manager, you will be at the heart of the operation, overseeing both Front of House (FOH) and Back of House (BOH) teams....

Manager - Front of House Manager - Rockaway Commons Rack

  • Rockaway, NJ (9 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (9 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

As a Service Experience Manager, you'll wear many hats - you'll be a mentor, your team's biggest fan, as well as a driver of business. A day in the life + Drive store volume through the support...

Applebees Restaurant Manager Expressway Plaza

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

We are hiring Restaurant Managers of all experience levels; Managers, Assistant Gen eral Managers & Kitchen Managers. Do you have proven management skills and experience in food and beverage?...

Restaurant Floor Manager- Eataly Flatiron

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description The Restaurant Manager assists the Restaurant Assistant General Manager (AGM) in the day-to-day operations of Eataly's full-service restaurants....

Restaurant Manager

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

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

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Whippany, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Whippany, 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 Whippany, 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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