Senior Restaurant Manager

We are committed to our CRAFT values: Connection, Respect, Advancement, Fun, and Trust. Join BJ’s Restaurants and thrive in a culture that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion through our WeCAN & IDEA groups. Enjoy a fun environment with opportunities for career growth, relocation, and community involvement.

About the role

The Restaurant Manager oversees all restaurant functions during opening, mid, or closing shifts. This exempt position requires spending over 50% of time on managerial duties, exercising independent judgment, and ensuring compliance with company policies and laws.

Responsibilities

• Perform opening, mid-day, or closing duties and conduct daily team briefings.
• Manage repair, maintenance, and local restaurant marketing and community involvement.
• Facilitate the Restaurant Risk Review audit process and implement necessary changes.
• Oversee food and beverage execution, including safety, sanitation, quality, and inventory management.
• Conduct weekly inventories, validate daily prep production, and monitor ordering patterns.
• Hire, manage, supervise, and train restaurant team members to ensure Gold Standard guest service.
• Make recommendations for team member development, promotion, disciplinary action, hiring, and termination.
• Coach, mentor, and discipline hourly team members, and facilitate team member recognition.
• Manage guest relations, guest recovery, and ensure exceptional service delivery.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment on matters of consequence to the restaurant.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of full-service, high-volume, casual dining restaurant management experience.
• High personal integrity, professionalism, and maturity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage relationships and performance effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, and questioning skills.
• Excellent writing, documentation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Keen attention to detail and ability to absorb and retain information quickly.
• Exceptional guest service orientation.
• Ability to stand and walk for 8-10 hours, lift 50 pounds, and perform physical tasks such as bending, stooping, and raising arms above head.

Pay

Salary range: $78,000–$80,000 per year, plus quarterly bonus potential. Final salary is determined based on geographic location, relevant experience, and other job-related qualifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Paid vacation time.
• Quarterly bonus potential.
• Daily Pay: On-demand access to earned pay.
• Career advancement and leadership conferences and development programs.
• Relocation opportunities throughout the country.