Restaurant Manager Jobs in Smyrna, TN

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

  • Buffalo Wild Wings
  • Mount Juliet, TN (17 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Mount Juliet, TN (17 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 3 hours ago

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

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Restaurant Manager - Unit 1551

  • Whataburger Restaurants LLC
  • Nashville, TN (19 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (19 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day 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

  • Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

This Restaurant Manager will oversee daily operations, with a unique focus on leading service alongside our front of house teams....

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Restaurant Manager

  • LongHorn Steakhouse
  • Murfreesboro, TN (16 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN (16 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day 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

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant Manager Benefits & Compensation Competitive salary above industry averages. Full benefits package for all managers. Opportunities for organic growth through new restaurant openings....

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Restaurant Manager

  • Bob Evans
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago

& local marketing programs Champion sales building activities and suggestive selling Maximize table turnover, sales per guest, and sales per hour Meet and greet guests, investigating and resolving food...

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Restaurant Manager - Unit 1551

  • Whataburger
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago

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

In Person

Restaurant Manager - Unit 1533

  • Whataburger
  • Mt Juliet, TN (15 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mt Juliet, TN (15 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago

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

In Person

Shift Manager

  • Steak 'n Shake
  • Madison, TN (22 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, TN (22 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago

STEAK N SHAKE IS HIRING MANAGERS looking to MAKE A DIFFERENCE! We have exciting times ahead! What we sell is an experience. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Shift Manager to oversee...

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Shift Manager

  • Taco Bell
  • Mount Juliet, TN (17 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Juliet, TN (17 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago

The company and/or restaurant management may change or add to these job duties and responsibilities at any time with or without prior notice....

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Restaurant Manager - Unit 1553

  • Whataburger Restaurants LLC
  • Franklin, TN (14 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (14 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 5 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 1521

  • Whataburger Restaurants LLC
  • Brentwood, TN (14 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN (14 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 5 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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Front of House Manager

  • Neighborhood Dining Group
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Front of House Manager Husk (Nashville, TN) The Standard in Modern Southern Cuisine since 2013! Nationally acclaimed Husk Restaurant is looking for a hospitality-driven Front of House Manager....

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Restaurant Manager, Ford Ice Center

  • Delaware North Companies
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 6 days ago

As a Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the Restaurant General Manager in the day-to-day running of restaurant operations....

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Restaurant Manager - Unit 1521

  • Whataburger
  • Brentwood, TN (15 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN (15 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 7 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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Demographic Data for Smyrna, TN

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Smyrna, TN

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 Smyrna, TN 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 Smyrna, TN
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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