Restaurant Manager

Benihana - Columbus; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses up to 10% of base salary

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Traditional and Roth 401(k)

Dining discounts

Career development & growth

Paid sick time (state/local) where/if

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter benefits

Dependent care benefits

Job summary

The ONE GROUP is seeking a Restaurant Manager in Columbus, OH to oversee daily front-of-house and back-of-house operations and lead a high-energy team. You will ensure smooth service, uphold brand standards, and drive guest satisfaction while managing inventory, costs, and vendor relationships.

This role requires strong leadership, service excellence, and food and beverage knowledge. You will recruit and develop staff, coordinate shifts, and monitor financial performance, contributing to a

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience as a Restaurant Manager or Hospitality Manager.
• Strong customer service background focused on guest experience.
• Extensive food and beverage knowledge and staff education.
• Familiarity with restaurant management software (OpenTable, POS).
• Acute financial management skills with budgets and P&L experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily front-of-house and back-of-house operations.
• Lead a team to deliver an elevated guest experience.
• Maintain service excellence, quality control, and safety compliance.
• Organize shifts, recruit, onboard, and mentor staff.
• Drive profitability with cost control and revenue strategies.
• Create reports on revenues, expenses, and inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Food & Beverage Knowledge

Operations Management

Staff Training & Development

Budgeting & P&L

OpenTable / POS software

Tools

OpenTable

Avero

POS Systems

Job description

Why Join Our Team?

• Industry-Leading Compensation:
  • Up to 10% of the base salary in performance-based bonuses
  • Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Full Time Restaurant Employees. Part Time Employees are not eligible for health benefits.
  • Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance – Employee Paid.
  • Voluntary accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance – Employee paid.
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan – All Employees
• Exclusive Perks & Growth Opportunities
  • Employee Dining Discounts and/or Complimentary Onsite Meals
  • Career Development & Limitless Growth Opportunities
  • If you reside in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington, D.C., you are entitled to Paid Sick Time in accordance with state and local regulations.
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Commuter and Dependent Care Benefits

What You’ll Do

As a Restaurant Manager with THE ONE GROUP, you will be responsible for overseeing daily front-of-house and back-of-house operations, ensuring smooth service, and leading a team to deliver unforgettable guest experience. You’ll play a crucial role in maintaining service excellence, team development, and financial performance while fostering a dynamic, high-energy dining atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations Leadership
  • Oversee daily restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house management
  • Maintain service excellence, ensuring all guests receive an elevated and seamless dining experience
  • Monitor product quality, vendor relationships, and compliance with sanitation and safety regulations
  • Organize and supervise staff shifts, ensuring optimal floor coverage
  • Implement and uphold company policies and hospitality standards
• Team Development & Staffing
  • Recruit, hire, and onboard top talent to build and maintain a high-performance team
  • Train and mentor employees in customer service best practices and operational excellence
  • Conduct performance appraisals and provide constructive feedback to improve productivity
  • Foster team morale and motivation, ensuring a collaborative and high-energy work environment
• Guest Satisfaction & Brand Development
  • Deliver superior service and maximize customer satisfaction
  • Handle guest concerns with professionalism and efficiency, ensuring positive resolutions
  • Uphold THE ONE GROUP’s brand image and develop initiatives to enhance its local presence
  • Promote the brand through word-of-mouth marketing, restaurant events, and local partnerships
  • Recommend creative ways to attract new guests, including social media engagement and promotions
• Financial & Business Performance
  • Monitor restaurant revenue and expenses, ensuring profitability and cost control
  • Identify areas to optimize sales, reduce waste, and improve overall financial performance
  • Work with leadership to develop marketing and promotional strategies to increase guest traffic
  • Create detailed reports on weekly, monthly, and annual revenues and expenses
  • Maintain oversight of inventory and ensure effective purchasing strategies

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership experience as a Restaurant Manager, General Manager, or Hospitality Manager
• Strong customer service background with a focus on guest experience and operational excellence
• Extensive food and beverage knowledge, with the ability to educate staff on menus and ingredients
• Familiarity with restaurant management software (OpenTable, Avero, POS systems, etc.)
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Acute financial management skills, with experience handling budgets and P&L reports

This is more than a job—it’s a career opportunity with limitless potential in an expanding global brand.

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