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Fiery Crab

Restaurant Service Manager

Metairie, LA

$16/hr

As a Restaurant Service Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the front-of-house operations to ensure exceptional customer service and dining experiences.

Fiery Crab

Restaurant Service Manager

Beaumont, TX

$16/hr

As a Restaurant Service Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the front-of-house operations to ensure exceptional customer service and dining experiences.

Fiery Crab

Restaurant Service Manager

Metairie, LA · On-site

$16/hr

As a Restaurant Service Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the front-of-house operations to ensure exceptional customer service and dining experiences.

Fiery Crab

Restaurant Service Manager

Beaumont, TX · On-site

$16/hr

DESCRIPTION As a Restaurant Service Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the front-of-house operations to ensure exceptional customer service and dining ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for restaurant service manager in the United States is $55,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,500.00 and $64,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Restaurant Service Managers often encounter challenges such as managing high staff turnover, ensuring consistent customer service, and handling peak dining hours. Addressing these issues involves fostering a positive work environment, providing regular training and feedback, and implementing efficient scheduling practices. Building strong communication among the team and staying adaptable during busy periods are also key strategies for maintaining smooth operations and customer satisfaction.

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AspectRestaurant Service ManagerRestaurant Supervisor
CredentialsExperience in hospitality, customer service skills, sometimes certifications in food safetySimilar experience, often entry-level supervisory training
Work EnvironmentOversees entire restaurant operations, manages staff, handles customer issuesSupervises daily service, assists staff, ensures smooth service flow
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in restaurants, hotels, catering servicesCommon in restaurants, cafes, hospitality venues
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing managerial roles in restaurant serviceIndividuals seeking supervisory roles in food service

The Restaurant Service Manager typically holds a broader managerial role, overseeing overall restaurant operations, staff management, and customer satisfaction. The Restaurant Supervisor focuses more on daily service supervision and assisting staff during shifts. Both roles require hospitality experience, but the manager position usually demands more experience and responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Restaurant Service Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Restaurant Service Manager, you need strong leadership, operational management, and customer service skills, typically supported by experience in hospitality and sometimes a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with restaurant POS systems, inventory management software, and health and safety regulations is essential. Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and team-motivation abilities help you stand out in this role. These skills ensure smooth daily operations, satisfied guests, and a productive work environment, which are crucial for restaurant success.

What does a Restaurant Service Manager do?

A Restaurant Service Manager oversees the daily operations of a restaurant's front-of-house staff, ensuring excellent customer service and smooth workflow. They handle staff scheduling, train new employees, resolve customer complaints, and work to maintain high standards of food safety and cleanliness. Additionally, they collaborate with kitchen and management teams to improve service quality and efficiency, aiming to create a positive dining experience for guests.
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Infographic showing various Restaurant Service Manager job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,999 per year, or $26.9 per hour.
Restaurant Service Manager

Restaurant Service Manager

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - CyHawk Hospitality Inc.

Salina, KS

$52K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 132 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

74th of 86 rated restaurants

Job description

Benefits:
  • life/disability insurance
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

CyHawk Hospitality, a franchisee of Perkins Restaurants is looking for a Assistant Restaurant Manager for our Salina location. Weekends are required with a 50-hour typical workweek. Experience in both FOH and BOH is a must. Benefits include 2 weeks of vacation, health, dental, life/disability insurance, and more. Plus, we're closed on Christmas day. Position is salary plus bonus.
Both front of house and back of house experience is a must. Must also be available to work days and evenings are necessary.
At least2 years of both front-of-house and kitchen experience is preferred.
Annual salary is $52,000 - $55,000 plus bonus.

SUMMARY OF POSITION
Assists the General Manager in restaurant operations and in achieving planned sales and profit levels for the restaurant through the implementation, management, and enforcement of company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards. Provide direction for restaurant staff to ensure maximum guest satisfaction, ensuring execution of all employee duties to guarantee maximum guest satisfaction and a quality work environment.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
  • Reports: Directly to General Manager
  • Internal: Extensive contacts with all levels of store personnel as well as all home office departments.
  • External: Extensive contacts include guests, distributors, repair technicians, salespersons, and community organizations and schools
LEADERSHIP ABILITIES
  • Demonstrates principles actions, uses sound judgment and follow through on commitments.
  • Anticipates problems and issues and makes timely and sound decisions.
  • Demonstrates a passion and working knowledge of food, liquor, beer and wine.
  • Leads by example and maintains a guest first focus.
  • Sets and shares goals with team, monitors and tracks progress of goals.
  • Directly and honestly addresses issues and resolves conflicts and seeks opportunities for improvement.
  • Clarifies roles, responsibilities, priorities and expectations.

POSITION ACTIVITIES AND TASKS
  • Assists the General Manager in planning and analyzing administration and operations manpower.
  • Ensures that all menu items are prepared, portioned, and presented properly in a clean safe, and sanitary manner, according to all established procedures, performance standards, and local health department regulations.
  • Required, under certain circumstances, to perform/assist all functions for all positions in the restaurant.
  • Ensures the unit's compliance to productivity and service standards with a sufficient number of well-trained and productive employees.
  • Ensures proper management of the facility and equipment through preventive
  • Maintenance, energy conservation, repairs, security measures, and adherence to safety and sanitation requirements.
  • Ensures that inventory levels for both food and non-food items are properly maintained in accordance with company guidelines through correct ordering procedures and efficient usage and yield application.
  • Conducts employment activities to include staffing (hire/term responsibilities), training, and conducting performance reviews with all dining room personnel, as well as recommending salary increases and issuing employee work histories.
  • Ensures accurate financial data to include: payroll, cash and receipts, productivity, food costs, and operating expenses. Responsible for all communications with regard to system breakdowns and deficiencies.
  • Attends unit management meetings, makes presentations as requested. Responsible for meeting established objectives during periods of his/her or Key Hourlys supervision.

Disclaimer
This position description in not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principle job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

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