Restaurant Manager

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 13 days ago


Dave & Buster's rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 246 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

55th of 84 rated restaurants


Job description

Job Description:

THE RESTAURANT & OPERATIONS MANAGER: provides overall leadership, supervision, and direction on strategic initiatives and operating standards to positively impact business results and exceed the guest experience.

What we are looking for!

  • You love working in a fast-paced, multi-faceted Restaurant/Entertainment scene
  • You can communicate with the Team Members and Guests in a way that inspires FUN!
  • You like immediate gratification! Nothing better than making someone's experience better or inspiring your team to play at a higher level
  • You have never met a goal you can't beat
  • You can handle 100K days while walking five miles a shift& working an average of 50-hour work weeks
  • The ability to oversee all aspects of the business - from the most minor details to the big picture

Requirements:

  • 21+ years of age
  • 2+ years of Restaurant/Hospitality Experience
  • Proficient in managing the cost of goods sold and labor
  • Ability to lead a team to create a memorable guest experience
  • True leadership capabilities
  • The ability to work weekends, nights, and holidays
  • Not afraid to work in a fast-paced, noisy environment with distracting conditions

What will you be doing daily?

  • Developing and leading hourly team members to exceed guest's expectations
  • Demonstrating proactive leadership by ensuring positive staff and guest experiences through personal interactions
  • Interacting with guest service-focused team members in areas of recruiting, hiring, coaching, training, and contentious professional development
  • Living our core values along with leading others to do so while collaborating with the management team to achieve high-quality and timely results


PERKS!

  • Competitive salary
  • Quarterly bonus program
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Long & Short-term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Buster's Legacy Fund (Supports team members during difficult times)
  • 401K matching plan
  • FREE food
  • FREE gameplay
  • Large leadership team = multiple managers per shift
  • FUN work environment
  • Grow your career!
    • Two FUN brands (Dave & Buster's and Main Event Entertainment) under one roof = Double the growth opportunities

Dave & Buster's Inc./Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Range:

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About Dave & Buster's

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Dave & Buster's, based in Coppell, Texas, US, is a nationally renowned entity in the hospitality and events industry with a primary focus on providing a unique entertainment and dining experience. The company's official website is daveandbusters.com. They offer a wide array of products and services ranging from video arcade games and billiard tables to an extensive food and beverage menu. Founded in the 1980s, by David Corriveau and James "Buster" Corley, Dave & Buster's initially started as two separate establishments, a bar and an arcade, that eventually merged into one fun-filled entity

Industry

Amusement, gambling, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Coppell, TX, US

Year founded

1982



Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Restaurant Manager?

A: To succeed as a Restaurant Manager, key technical skills include proficiency in point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and labor scheduling, as well as knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations. Essential soft skills include strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to lead and motivate a team, and effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. By combining these technical and soft skills, a Restaurant Manager can effectively oversee daily operations, drive sales growth, and foster a positive work environment, ultimately supporting career advancement and long-term success in the role.

Q: What is the career path for a Restaurant Manager?

A: A typical career progression for a Restaurant Manager involves starting as a Server or Host/Hostess, then advancing to roles such as Assistant Manager or Shift Manager, before moving into a full-time Restaurant Manager position. Key opportunities for skill development and professional growth in this role include learning about inventory management, staff supervision, customer service, and financial management, as well as developing leadership and communication skills. Long-term career prospects for a Restaurant Manager may include transitioning into corporate roles such as Regional Manager or Director of Operations, or pursuing entrepreneurial ventures like opening their own restaurant or food service business.



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