Senior Restaurant Manager

We are committed to our CRAFT values: Connection, Respect, Advancement, Fun, and Trust.

About the role

BJ’s Restaurants is looking for talented, passion-driven managers to join our Management Teams. This role offers a lucrative compensation package, career advancement opportunities, and a fun, inclusive work environment. With over 200 restaurants nationwide and several new openings yearly, there are ample opportunities for growth and relocation.

Responsibilities

• Manage all functions of the restaurant during opening, mid, or closing shifts.
• Hire, manage, supervise, and train restaurant team members to ensure a Gold Standard guest experience.
• Perform operational duties including opening, mid-day, or closing tasks.
• Conduct daily briefings on matters of importance to the team.
• Manage repair and maintenance issues, as well as the Restaurant Risk Review audit process.
• Oversee local restaurant marketing, sales building, and community involvement.
• Facilitate and participate in the Continued Education Program.
• Ensure 100% compliance with all company policies and laws.
• Make recommendations for team member development, promotion, and disciplinary action.
• Cooperate with Team Member Relations Department in investigating inquiries.
• Monitor food and beverage quality, safety, and sanitation.
• Conduct Quarterly Food Reviews and manage food and beverage orders and inventories.
• Coach, mentor, and discipline hourly team members.
• Train, coach, and develop team members to provide Gold Standard service.
• Manage guest relations and guest recovery.

Requirements

• A 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.
• Strong relationship management and performance management skills.
• Ability to motivate and direct team members effectively.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on listening and questioning.
• Strong writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to absorb and retain information quickly.
• Keen attention to detail and proven problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional guest service orientation.
• Ability to stand and walk around a restaurant to supervise operations for 8-10 hours.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, stooping, and raising arms above head.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Paid vacation time.
• Culture that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion with WeCAN & IDEA groups.
• Community involvement and philanthropy opportunities.
• Quarterly bonus potential.
• Daily Pay: On-demand access to earned pay.
• Relocation opportunities throughout the country.
• Career advancement and leadership conferences and development programs.

Pay

Salary range: $62,000 - $72,000 per year, plus quarterly bonus potential. Final salary within the range will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, relevant experience, and other job-related qualifications.