Restaurant Manager Jobs in Mercer Island, WA

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 - Wedgwood

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Experience as the general manager of a restaurant/cafe, including significant front of house experience, is highly preferred....

Restaurant Manager

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 1 day ago

management experience Extensive front of house knowledge; Advanced knowledge of financial aspects Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills Stable and progressive work history; Strong work...

Restaurant Manager

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Restaurant Manager Due Cucina Italiana MANAGEMENT FULL-TIME SEATTLE Due' Cucina Italiana is looking for a Restaurant Manager to join our Capitol Hill team!...

Restaurant Manager

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Restaurant Manager The Hart and the Hunter thehartandthehunter MANAGEMENT FULL-TIME 75,000-80,000/YR SEATTLE RESTAURANT MANAGER AT THE HART & THE HUNTER | PALIHOTEL SEATTLE POSITION PROFILE: We're looking...

Restaurant Manager

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 4 days ago

The successful Ruth's Chris Restaurant Manager is dedicated to excellence in food, beverage, service, and hospitality, is committed to developing themselves and others, and has an unwavering drive to...

Kindness Cafe Manager

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Ballard Food Bank's mission is to bring food and hope to our neighbors because there can be enough for everyone. To achieve our mission, we provide access to nutritious foods through our grocery...

Restaurant Manager The Hart & The Hunter Restaurant

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 6 days ago

RESTAURANT MANAGER AT THE HART & THE HUNTER | PALIHOTEL SEATTLE POSITION PROFILE: We're looking for a conscientious, hospitality-driven Restaurant Manager at Hart & Hunter who can enthusiastically and...

Kitchen Shift Manager - Fulltime- Saltys at the SEA - SeaTac Airport

  • Seatac, WA (9 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seatac, WA (9 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Completion of technical school program or company training program in restaurant management/food service, etc. highly preferred....

Restaurant Supervisor - Hotel Murano $24 to $26

  • Tacoma, WA (23 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (23 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Property About Us At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work...

Customer Service Manager

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Customer Service Manager The Company Modern Aviation (the "Company") is a private equity backed, platform company launched in 2018 that is focused on the fixed-based operator ("FBO") sector. The...

Restaurant Manager

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Restaurant Manager Aparium Hotel Group paid time off, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan United States, Washington, Seattle Jun 21, 2025 Position: Restaurant Manager Location: Seattle, WA Job Id: 170...

Front Office Coordinator

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 11 days ago

Front Office Coordinator compensation: 20-27 DOE employment type: job title: Front Office Coordinator Modern dental office located in the Crown Hill neighborhood is looking for you! I am seeking a...

Kitchen Shift Manager - Fulltime- Salty's at the SEA - SeaTac Airport

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 11 days ago

Manages or assists in maintaining food quality to ensure compliance with company, franchise, brand/concept, and regulatory agency requirements....

Sr Customer Experience Manager, Amazon Ads Creative, Trust, & Support (ACTS)

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Amazon Advertising exists at the intersection of marketing and ecommerce and offers advertisers a rich array of innovative advertising solutions across Amazon owned properties as well as third...

PT Customer Experience Manager

  • Kirkland, WA (7 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA (7 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Store - SEA-KIRKLAND, WA Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain store...

Demographic Data for Mercer Island, WA

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Mercer Island, WA

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 Mercer Island, WA 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 Mercer Island, WA
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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