Restaurant Manager

Out West Restaurant Group; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Two weeks of paid vacation

401(k) retirement plan

Robust supplemental benefits package

Job summary

Out West Restaurant Group, located in California, is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations of the restaurant. Responsibilities include managing FOH and BOH functions, ensuring compliance with company standards, and leading a team to success.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of management experience and demonstrate leadership skills. Opportunities for growth and training within the company are available.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience (2+ years) in a restaurant supporting large teams.
• Demonstrated success in a leadership role.
• Highly proficient in verbal, reading, and writing communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the success of the restaurant’s operations: FOH & BOH.
• Lead a team to success and provide mentorship.
• Optimize profits with labor and food & beverage costs.

Skills

Management experience

Leadership

Flexible working

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

With limited supervision, the Restaurant Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the FOH/BOH functions in a restaurant. This includes ensuring company standards, delivering a memorable customer experience, providing professional leadership, and directing employees. All new managers will go through an extensive Manager in Training (MIT) program, which combines with prior experience to set them up for success as a top‑notch leader within the Outback family.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the success of the restaurant’s operations: FOH & BOH.
• Lead a team to success, provide mentorship, and create an enjoyable environment.
• Optimize profits with labor and food & beverage costs through proper ordering and inventory practices; manage policies & procedures; maintain compliance.
• Increase customer satisfaction while upholding service standards.
• Continuously grow the business through sales and marketing initiatives.
• Recruit new talent for future staff openings.
• Ensure safe food handling, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards at all times.
• Maintain food quality with proper safety equipment, tools, and recipe specifications.
• Passionate about food taste, temperature, and presentation.
• 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 of 21.
• Highly proficient in verbal, reading, and writing communication in English.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move up to 30 lbs; work in hot and cold environments.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods, 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 see distance, close, color, depth, and peripheral vision; able to adjust focus as needed; work in low or dim lighting.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• For all California‑based positions: Responsible Beverage Service Certifications required (can be completed during training or up to 60 days after start date).

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (individual and family plans) covering medical, dental, and vision.
• Two weeks of paid vacation accrued.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Group Life and AD&D insurance, Short‑Term and Long‑Term disability.
• Accrued paid sick leave.
• PerkSpot discounts.
• Robust supplemental benefits package.

Extras

• Growth opportunities to upper management through development programs.
• Work‑life balance targeting a 47‑hour work week.
• 11‑week paid on‑site training program.
• Complimentary Manager Shift Meal.
• Culture that recognizes hard work, effort, perseverance, and leadership.
• Company‑sponsored Employee Assistance Program.
• Large franchisee status offering future possibilities to advance in career.

Legal and Corporate Information

All newly hired employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify). The Company provides reasonable accommodation as required by law and does not retaliate against employees for exercising their rights under California law, including protected leave, disability accommodations, or wage and hour rights. The Company complies with the California Equal Pay Act and all applicable California wage and hour laws. Employment is at‑will and may be terminated at any time by either party. The posting does not create a contract of employment.

About Us

We are Out West Restaurant Group, the largest franchisee of Outback Steakhouse in the United States. Outback Steakhouse opened in March 1988, and the company is committed to fairness, respect, and opportunity for all employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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