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Victor's Cafe

Restaurant Manager

New York, NY

$97K/yr

Support private dining events and special restaurant programming * Help create a workplace built on communication, teamwork, accountability, and respect Qualifications * At least 3 years of ...

Victor's Cafe

Restaurant Manager

New York, NY

$97K/yr

Support private dining events and special restaurant programming * Help create a workplace built on communication, teamwork, accountability, and respect Qualifications * At least 3 years of ...

Branson Tech Hub

Website Developer

California, PA

$1.0K - $3.0K/wk

I am a restaurant owner looking for a talented and experienced website developer to create a professional, modern, and mobile-friendly restaurant website. Project Goal: Build an attractive website ...

Merriweather Lakehouse

Restaurant Manager

Columbia, MD · On-site

Develop and execute private dining, cocktail events, celebrations, and special programming. * Build ... Identify opportunities to increase restaurant and event revenue through sales, upselling, and ...

Toast

Restaurant Accounting Lead

Boston, MA · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

Embed directly with product and engineering, translating real client workflows and pain points into ... Work directly with restaurant operators to understand their businesses, set expectations, and ...

Toast

Restaurant Accounting Lead

Boston, MA · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

You'll do the actual books for our earliest restaurant customers while working shoulder-to-shoulder with product and engineering to shape the service, tooling, and workflows that will define how ...

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How much do restaurant developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for restaurant developer in the United States is $52.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.38 and $64.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Restaurant Developer vs Restaurant Manager?

AspectRestaurant DeveloperRestaurant Manager
Primary FocusDeveloping new restaurant concepts, planning openings, and expanding brand presenceOverseeing daily operations, staff management, and customer service
Required SkillsBusiness development, project management, industry knowledgeLeadership, operational skills, customer relations
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, site visits, project planningRestaurant floor, staff management, customer interactions
Common EmployerRestaurant chains, franchise companies, hospitality firmsIndependent restaurants, hotel restaurants, hospitality groups

While both roles are vital in the restaurant industry, a Restaurant Developer focuses on creating and expanding restaurant concepts, whereas a Restaurant Manager handles daily operations and staff management. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or hiring the appropriate professional for your needs.

How do you become a restaurant developer?

To become a restaurant developer, individuals typically need experience in restaurant management, culinary operations, or hospitality, along with strong project management and business skills. A background in architecture, design, or real estate can also be beneficial, and obtaining relevant certifications or degrees may enhance prospects. Gaining industry experience and building a network within the restaurant and hospitality sectors are important steps in this career path.
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Infographic showing various Restaurant Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $109,905 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

Restaurant Manager

New York, NY

Victor's Cafe
Restaurants • 11 - 50 employees
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$97K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Salary up to $97,000 annually, plus quarterly bonus, health benefits, paid time off, employee dining discounts, and a company paid unlimited MetroCard

Victor’s Café, a historic fine dining Cuban restaurant in Midtown Manhattan, is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team.

We are looking for a hands on floor leader who is passionate about hospitality, comfortable managing a high volume dining room, and committed to developing a strong and accountable team. This role requires someone who can maintain polished service standards while creating a positive experience for both guests and employees.

Responsibilities

  • Lead front of house operations during dinner, brunch, private events, and high volume services
  • Maintain a visible presence on the floor and ensure guests receive warm, attentive, and professional service
  • Manage, coach, and support servers, bartenders, hosts, bussers, and other front of house employees
  • Conduct pre shift meetings and ensure the team is prepared on menus, specials, promotions, service expectations, and restaurant policies
  • Monitor service standards, dining room organization, employee appearance, and overall guest experience
  • Address guest concerns professionally and resolve issues in the moment
  • Support employee hiring, onboarding, training, development, and performance management
  • Assist with scheduling, labor management, attendance, breaks, and floor coverage
  • Partner closely with the culinary team to maintain strong communication and smooth service
  • Support beverage controls, inventory procedures, opening duties, closing duties, and daily administrative responsibilities
  • Ensure compliance with food safety standards, liquor regulations, restaurant policies, and New York labor requirements
  • Support private dining events and special restaurant programming
  • Help create a workplace built on communication, teamwork, accountability, and respect

Qualifications

  • At least 3 years of restaurant management experience in a high volume, upscale, or fine dining environment
  • Strong knowledge of front of house service standards and restaurant operations
  • Proven ability to lead, coach, and hold employees accountable
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem solving skills
  • Ability to remain calm, professional, and decisive during busy services
  • Experience with scheduling, training, labor management, and employee relations
  • Comfortable handling guest recovery, staffing challenges, and competing priorities
  • Experience with restaurant point of sale systems
  • Toast experience is preferred
  • New York City restaurant experience is strongly preferred
  • Spanish speaking ability is helpful but not required
  • Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
  • Genuine passion for hospitality, food, beverage, and creating memorable guest experiences

Victor’s Café offers the opportunity to join a well established Midtown restaurant with a newly renovated dining room, engaged ownership, and a strong commitment to hospitality. We are seeking a manager who wants to contribute, lead from the floor, and help shape the continued growth of the restaurant.

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