Restaurant Manager

Out West Restaurant Group; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 57,784 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Quarterly bonus

2 weeks paid vacation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Out West Restaurant Group is seeking a Restaurant Manager in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. This role involves overseeing both front-of-house and back-of-house operations, ensuring company standards and delivering a quality customer experience. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of management experience and a passion for leading teams.

Compensation ranges from $57,784 to $60,000, with opportunities for bonuses and a robust range of benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and paid vacation. Join a hospitable culture that values leadership and hard work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of management experience in a restaurant supporting large teams.
• Demonstrated success in a leadership role.
• Highly proficient in English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the restaurant's operations and lead a successful team.
• Optimize labor, food & beverage costs, and maintain compliance.
• Increase customer satisfaction while managing service standards.

Skills

Management experience

Leadership

English communication

Food safety standards

Customer satisfaction

Job description

Compensation

$57,784 - $60,000, with Bonus Opportunity. Not eligible for tips.

Job Description

Restaurant Manager responsible for daily operations of front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house functions, maintaining company standards, delivering a quality customer experience, and providing professional leadership and direction for employees. New managers complete an extensive Manager in Training (MIT) program combined with prior experience to develop into a top‑notch leader within the Outback family.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance – individual and family plans (medical, dental, vision)
• Quarterly bonus based on company goals and metrics
• 2 weeks paid vacation accrual
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Group life and AD&D insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability
• Accrued paid sick leave: up to 48 hours per year, earned at 1 hour per 30 hours worked (HFWA)
• Public Health Emergency leave: up to 80 hours when declared
• PerkSpot discounts
• Robust supplemental benefits package

Extras

• Growth opportunities to upper management with development programs for future promotions
• Incredible work‑life balance – targeting a 47‑hour work week
• 11‑week paid on‑site training program
• Complimentary manager shift meal
• Hospitable culture that recognizes hard work, perseverance, and leadership
• Company‑sponsored employee assistance program
• Largest franchisee of Outback Steakhouse
• Plenty of future possibilities to advance in your career

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the success of the restaurant’s operations (FOH & BOH)
• Lead a team to success and provide mentorship; create an enjoyable environment
• Optimize profits through labor, food & beverage costs, proper ordering, and inventory practices; handle policies & procedures and maintain compliance
• Increase customer satisfaction while managing standards of service
• Continuously grow the business through sales and marketing
• Recruit new talent for future staff openings
• Commit to safe food handling, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards at all times
• Ensure the quality of food with proper safety equipment, tools, and recipe specifications
• Passionate about the taste and temperature of each dish and perfect plate presentations
• Demonstrate immaculate standards while maintaining an organized, clean, and orderly restaurant

Requirements

• Proven management experience (2+ years) in a restaurant supporting large teams; full‑service experience preferred
• Demonstrated success in a leadership role
• Flexible to work at other locations in the region when needed
• Minimum age 21 years old
• Highly proficient in English verbal, reading, and writing communication skills
• Ability to lift, carry, or move up to 30 lbs
• Able to work in hot and cold environments
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time, up to 10 hours per shift
• Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, squatting, and stooping
• Manual dexterity to handle glassware, utensils, and technology systems
• Ability to move quickly in a fast‑paced environment
• Visual ability to work in areas with low or dim lighting; adjust focus as needed
• Ability to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Out West provides reasonable accommodations to qualify individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance during the application process, please contact us.

All newly hired employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). You can view the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work poster at https://www.outwestrg.com/e-verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Out West Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. All employment decisions at Outback are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to any characteristic protected by both federal and state laws.

We are committed to fairness, respect and opportunity for all employees.