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Red Lobster

Restaurant Manager

Madison, WI · On-site

$55K - $64K/yr

As a Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for leading restaurant operations with a focus on delivering high quality seafood and beverage service while maximizing our guest satisfaction. You ...

Red Lobster

Restaurant Manager

Madison, WI

$55K - $64K/yr

As a Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for leading restaurant operations with a focus on delivering high quality seafood and beverage service while maximizing our guest satisfaction. You ...

Gecko Hospitality

Restaurant Manager

Hanover, WI

$45K - $55K/yr

Restaurant Manager QSR - Industry Leader Our company, an industry leader, is seeking an enthusiastic Restaurant Manager to join our family. If you have a passion for managing restaurants and want to ...

Red Lobster

Restaurant Manager

Madison, WI · On-site

$55K - $64K/yr

As a Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for leading restaurant operations with a focus on delivering high quality seafood and beverage service while maximizing our guest satisfaction. You ...

Gecko Hospitality

Restaurant Manager

Kenosha, WI

$45K - $55K/yr

Restaurant Manager QSR - Industry Leader Our company, an industry leader, is seeking an enthusiastic Restaurant Manager to join our family. If you have a passion for managing restaurants and want to ...

Red Lobster

Restaurant Manager

Madison, WI · On-site

$55K - $64K/yr

As a Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for leading restaurant operations with a focus on delivering high quality seafood and beverage service while maximizing our guest satisfaction. You ...

Red Lobster

Restaurant Manager

Madison, WI · On-site

$55K - $64K/yr

As a Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for leading restaurant operations with a focus on delivering high quality seafood and beverage service while maximizing our guest satisfaction. You ...

Gecko Hospitality

Restaurant Manager

Madison, WI

$45K - $55K/yr

Restaurant Manager Are you a dedicated and passionate restaurant professional who always strives to exceed expectations? We are currently seeking a Restaurant Manager for our location in Middleton.

Gecko Hospitality

Restaurant Manager

Madison, WI

$45K - $55K/yr

Restaurant Manager Are you a dedicated and passionate restaurant professional who always strives to exceed expectations? We are currently seeking a Restaurant Manager for our location in Madison. At ...

Courtesy Corporation

Restaurant Manager

Baraboo, WI · On-site

Restaurant Manager - McDonald's ® company-owned and independent Owner-Operator restaurants are staffed by great people, and right now we're looking for more of them. People interested in satisfying ...

Murfs Frozen Custards

Restaurant Manager

Brookfield, WI · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

As the Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for the restaurant's operational performance and financial well-being. You will hire, train, and lead staff, ensuring they reflect the restaurant ...

Wendelta

The Restaurant Manager will know how to identify 5-Star talent and how to put the right people in the right places at the right time through effective scheduling. With the support of a General ...

Wendelta

The Restaurant Manager will know how to identify 5-Star talent and how to put the right people in the right places at the right time through effective scheduling. With the support of a General ...

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How much do restaurant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for restaurant in Wisconsin is $60,697.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,400.00 and $65,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Restaurant vs Waiter?

AspectRestaurantWaiter
RoleEstablishments providing food and beverage services, managing overall operationsFrontline staff serving food and drinks to customers
CredentialsMay require food safety certifications, management trainingTypically no formal certification required, on-the-job training common
Work EnvironmentKitchen, dining area, management officesDining area, customer service setting
Industry UsageBusiness entity encompassing all staff and operationsSpecific job role within a restaurant

In summary, a restaurant is the entire establishment offering food services, while a waiter is a staff member responsible for serving customers within that restaurant. Understanding this distinction helps clarify job roles and career paths in the food service industry.

How to get a restaurant job?

Some restaurants want culinary school education for people who work in the kitchen, but most offer entry-level positions such as a dishwasher, table cleaner, or food prep worker. You can use these entry-level positions to gain experience and eventually transition to another position. Some restaurants provide on-the-job training for kitchen or waiting jobs. Another option is to gain experience in a casual restaurant before applying to work in a fine-dining restaurant. To become a bartender you can either apply to become a support bar back and learn on the job, or pursue classes offered by local schools. Restaurant managers either have extensive job experience or have completed a degree program.

What are some common challenges faced by restaurant employees during busy service hours, and how can they be managed?

During peak service hours, restaurant employees often face challenges such as high customer volume, time pressure, and coordinating with kitchen and front-of-house staff. Effective communication, strong teamwork, and maintaining a calm, organized approach are key to managing these challenges. Many restaurants provide training on multitasking and stress management to help staff deliver excellent service even when the pace is fast. Learning to anticipate customer needs and staying adaptable can also make busy shifts more manageable and rewarding.

What is a restaurant?

Restaurant jobs refer to various positions within a dining establishment, including roles such as servers, cooks, dishwashers, hosts, and managers. Each role plays a vital part in delivering a positive dining experience by preparing food, serving guests, managing operations, and maintaining cleanliness. Working in a restaurant can be fast-paced and requires strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills. These jobs offer opportunities for advancement and can be a starting point for a career in the hospitality industry.

What are different jobs at a restaurant?

Jobs at a restaurant include positions such as server, cook, chef, host or hostess, bartender, dishwasher, and manager. These roles require various skills, from customer service to food preparation and management, often involving shifts during evenings and weekends.
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Infographic showing various Restaurant job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $60,697 per year, or $29.2 per hour.

Restaurant & Bakery Cook

Perkins Restaurant and Bakery

Menomonie, WI • On-site

$13/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery rating

4.9

Company rating: 4.9 out of 10

Based on 135 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

78th of 88 rated restaurants

Job description

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At Perkins Restaurant & Bakery our employees are part of the Perkins extended family and the families we serve. And you'll be responsible for making special days memorable and everyday meals something extraordinary. At Perkins where we've experienced years of success through ensuring 100% guest satisfaction on every visit. If you want to work and grow with a company who has a proven track record of success, has an unmatched commitment to their employees and employees the best in the industry, you are in the right place! We respect one another for our talent, creativity and individual differences. We bring our greatest individual strengths to achieve success as a team. If career growth is what you are looking for- we got that too!
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Prepares menu items according to company policies, procedures, programs and performance standards. Responsible for helping to maintain food costs and maintain cleanliness of the kitchen at all times. Performs all duties to maximize guest satisfaction and quality of work environment as directed by Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty.
POSITION ACTIVITIES AND TASKS
  • Prepares Cooking Items
  • Reports to work well-groomed, in clean and proper uniform and at all times practices good person hygiene.
  • Uses, maintains and cleans all kitchen equipment, plus preparation and storage areas.
  • Stocks and rotates products on line to ensure they are within shelf life standards.
  • Has sufficient knowledge of recipes, menu items and prep procedures to ensure correct portioning, quality, cooking time and performance standards.
  • Prepares prep items according to guest request within company standards and following food safety and sanitation procedures.
  • Controls Food Cost
  • Ensures products are accurately portioned and ensures food products are prepared as specified by recipes.
  • Utilizes FIFO (first in first out) standards when preparing items.
  • Maintains Cleanliness
  • Maintains cleanliness of the kitchen, prep areas, coolers and storage areas
  • Follows proper safety procedures and policies concerning food handling, rotation and storage
  • Conducts line sweeps throughout the shift
  • "Clean as you go" throughout the shift
  • Understands OSHA requirements and health department standards
  • Cleans all equipment on line and other areas as directed by the Kitchen manager or Manager on duty.
  • Anticipates, identifies and corrects system breakdowns to achieve maximum guest satisfaction.
  • Communicates with Manager on Duty and coworkers regarding product/service deficiencies, equipment, safety problems. Etc.
  • Keeps General Manager and Manager on Duty informed of problems and/or issues and proposes alternative solutions for consideration.
  • Assists Team Members
  • Preps items according to recipes and procedures
  • Assists dishwasher with washing and restocking dishes, pots, pans and utensils
  • Assist front of house staff with cleanliness of dining room
  • Provides guest service by communicating and cooperating with the front of house staff.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Extensive standing and walking for up to 8 hours
  • Must be able to see at a distance (20) feet, at close range (12 inches), distinguish between shapes and utilize peripheral vision to avoid hazards.
  • Must be able to communicate clearly
  • Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold
  • Reaching heights of approximately 6 feet and depts. of 2 ½ - 3 feet.
  • Must have high level of mobility/flexibility in space provided
  • Must have time management skills
  • Must be able to read, write and perform addition/subtraction calculations
  • Must be able to control and utilize fingers to write, slice chop and operate equipment.
  • Must be able to fit through openings 30" wide
  • Must be able to work irregular hours under heavy pressure/stress during busy times
  • Bending, reaching, walking
  • Carrying trays of food products weighing about 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet
  • Lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Exposure to dish and cleaning chemicals

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives direction and training from the Kitchen Manager or Manager on duty as to the specific procedures and assignments.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIRED:
Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service can be taught through in house training.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
None
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.
Compensation: $13.00 per hour
Founded in 1958, Perkins® operates 290 restaurants in 32 states and two Canadian provinces. The Perkins system includes 85 company-owned and operated restaurants and 205 franchised units. With its diverse, moderately priced menu featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bakery offerings, and its attractive and recently remodeled restaurants designed to facilitate efficiency and guest satisfaction, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery is a dining favorite with a solid and respected reputation in the marketplace.
The longevity and success of Perkins Restaurant & Bakery is largely attributed to the concept's ability to adapt to shifts in consumer dining trends and evolving taste preferences while delivering that homestyle goodness that guests crave. At Perkins, we're always updating our menu with fresh, flavorful and innovative items that take their place right alongside Perkins' iconic guest favorites, some of which have been on our menu for more than 30 years. We also take great pride in differentiating ourselves with the service and experience we provide. This has and continues to be a hallmark of our brand.
BE A PART OF OUR SUCCESS
Perkins has experienced years of success through ensuring 100% guest satisfaction on every visit. If you want to work and grow with a company who has a proven track record of success, has an unmatched commitment to their employees and employees the best in the industry, you are in the right place!
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Perkins Corporate.

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