Restaurant Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC

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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Front of House Supervisor

  • Travel Centers Of America
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

company policy Respond to guest concerns, both written and verbal, with the ability to creatively solve problems and develop robust solutions; Personally contacts guests as appropriate Oversee all front...

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Restaurant Manager Greenville

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago

RESTAURANT MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS: History of success in developing high-performing teams Full-service restaurant Manager for at least three years in a high-volume corporate structure A Strong leader...

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Restaurant Manager - Columbia, SC

  • Lizard's Thicket
  • Columbia, SC
  • 13 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 13 days ago

Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations....

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Cafe Manager

  • La Madeleine, Inc.
  • Columbia, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 14 days ago

management experience (fast-casual preferred) Strong leadership and communication skills A positive, team-oriented attitude Reliable work history Ability to multitask and make quick decisions Why You'll...

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Shift Manager Competitive Wages

  • McDonalds
  • Hopkins, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hopkins, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 14 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,...

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Shift Manager Competitive Wages Starting At $13

  • McDonalds
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 14 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,...

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Shift Manager

  • McDonalds
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 14 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 14 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,...

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Shift Manager

  • Buffalo Wild Wings
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 20 days ago

This is the place to start the next phase of your restaurant management career....

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Restaurant Manager

  • Longhorn Steakhouse
  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Our Restaurant Managers lead and inspire the service and culinary teams to deliver the ultimate steakhouse experience every guest, every time....

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Restaurant Manager - Unit 1394

  • Whataburger Restaurants LLC
  • Lexington, SC (14 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, SC (14 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Day-to-Day Ingredients - Responsibilities As a Restaurant Manager, you will: Lead daily restaurant operations to meet quality, service, and cleanliness standards....

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Restaurant Manager - Unit 1394

  • Whataburger
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Day-to-Day Ingredients Responsibilities As a Restaurant Manager, you will: Lead daily restaurant operations to meet quality, service, and cleanliness standards....

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Sonic Shift Manager - 3rd Shift

  • Sonic Drive-In
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

Clear career path with opportunities to move into Assistant Manager and Restaurant Manager roles....

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Shift Manager

  • Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc.
  • Columbia, SC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 90+ days ago

HOW YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERYDAY Building sales and profits by promoting Guest satisfaction and managing restaurant operations Escalating any concerns or recommendations with the restaurant, employees...

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Shift Manager

  • Pizza Hut
  • Gaston, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gaston, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

If you're ready to take the next step in your career in restaurant management, our Shift Manager position is the right place to do it....

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Sonic Shift Manager

  • Sonic Drive-In
  • Lugoff, SC (23 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lugoff, SC (23 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

Clear career path with opportunities to move into Assistant Manager and Restaurant Manager roles....

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Demographic Data for Columbia, SC

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Restaurant Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Food Costing for the Restaurant and Catering Industry
Controlling costs in catering is an essential skill to ensure a kitchen runs profitably. On this two-week course, youll learn the fundamentals of cost management in restaurants and catering...
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Influencing and Communication Skills for Managers
As a manager, its vital to understand both the importance of communication at work, as well as the drawbacks of miscommunication. This influencing and communication training course will equip...

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Restaurant Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Columbia, SC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.3%
High School or GED
25.2%
Associate's Degree
17.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.2%
Master's Degree
7.3%
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 Columbia, SC
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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