Managing Partner

Outback Steakhouse; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Outback Steakhouse is seeking a Managing Partner (Proprietor) to lead both front‑ and back‑of‑house operations, manage P&L costs, and work hands‑on with staff across all restaurant processes. This role requires exceptional leadership, strategic planning and a strong customer‑service focus to deliver an AUSS‑SOME dining experience.

The candidate will recruit, train and motivate a team, oversee compliance, and drive sales while maintaining high food quality and safe operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of managerial experience; General Manager experience preferred
• Experience in Full Casual Dining or Casual Plus environments is preferred
• Ability to deliver outstanding guest service and handle guest complaints professionally
• Knowledge of maintaining high standards of food quality and service

Responsibilities

• Manage all employees to uphold high employment quality standards and internal policies
• Maintain employee files and ensure documentation is complete and accurate
• Ensure restaurant is fully staffed and employees are trained in all duties
• Develop initiatives to grow sales, profitability and guest counts
• Oversee P&L management and financial controls
• Enforce safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance across the restaurant
• Lead community involvement and uphold company ethics and brand standards

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

P&L management

Staff development

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

At Outback Steakhouse, we believe that people want to be part of something they can be proud of, is fun, and values you. Our goal for you as an Outbacker, which is what we affectionately call our team members, is to allow your BOLD personality to shine, make it a great place to work, while exceeding concentrated customer service and serious food standards, bringing our Guests an AUSS-SOME experience.

As a Managing Partner (Proprietor), you must be a fully functional expert in all processes and positions in both front and back of the house, in addition to managing P&L cost centers. This is a hands‑on management position that will require most of the time spent working directly with employees throughout the restaurant as well as interacting with customers.

Specific duties as a Managing Partner (Proprietor) will include:

• Managing all employees to maintain high employment quality standards consistent with the Outback Steakhouse Brand (includes hiring, development, counseling, promotion, discipline and termination as appropriate)
• Maintaining all employee files and ensuring that all required documentation is complete and accurate
• Ensuring that the restaurant is fully staffed, and employees are trained in all aspects of job responsibilities
• Implementing effective security protocols to always ensure the ongoing safety of both our employees and guests.
• Respond to complaints, with the goal of turning dissatisfied guests into return guests
• Developing initiatives to build sales, profitability and guest counts
• Verifying that all menu items are made according to the recipe and that presentation is up to Outback Steakhouse standards
• Adhering to company standards and service levels to increases sales and minimize costs
• Maintaining proper inventory levels and placing orders within established guidelines
• Managing restaurant P&L
• Enforcing safety and sanitation, maintenance and regulatory compliance for the entire restaurant and premises
• Ensuring that all operational basics and standards are adhered to with total commitment and passion
• Overseeing all restaurant administrative requirements including cash handling, completion of guest liability, property, casualty, workers compensation reports, and governmental compliance
• Ensuring that the Outback’s Principles and Beliefs are continually taught and practiced
• Leading the restaurant and its employees in active community involvement with a strong presence at events, clubs, and organizations
• Demonstrating high ethical judgement, adhering to standards laid out in the Company's Code of Ethics policy

Job Requirements

As a Managing Partner (Proprietor), dependability, self-reliance, passion for great food and exceptional customer service is essential. A combination of a winning personality with professional dedication and a team-oriented attitude is key. Strong organizational, time‑management and prioritization skills are also important attributes for this role.

Specific qualifications for the position include:

• Minimum3-5 years of years of experience in a managerial role, General Manager experience preferred
• Full Casual Dining or Casual Plus environment, preferred
• Demonstrate ability to deliver outstanding guest service and handle guest complaints professionally
• Knowledge of maintaining high standards of food quality and service.
• Proven ability to recruit, train, and motivate a team, fostering a positive work environment and high employee retention.
• Hands-on experience in all facets offront of house andback of house
• Availability to work a flexible schedule (nights & weekends)
• Minimum 21 years of age with legalauthorization to work in the United States
• Must qualify to hold a state liquor license
• Must be able and willing to work in the front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred
• Computer proficiency (particularly MS Office Suite and Outlook) preferred
• Bilingual, a plus
• Ability to relocate, a strong plus

Bloomin' Brands is not just a restaurant company - we’re a company of unique, founder-inspired restaurants. All of our brands were founded by entrepreneurs who have a genuine passion for food and a desire to share hospitality with others.

Bloomin Brands offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401k. Further details around eligibility and additional benefit offerings can be found at https://bloominbrandsbenefits.com/

Compensation Range:

Varies by Location - with potential for bonus based on eligibility and other business factors.

We value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing all individuals employment consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.