Restaurant Manager

Donatos Pizza; Lewis Center (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Donatos Pizza is seeking a Restaurant Manager in Ohio to lead daily restaurant operations, coach a talented team, and ensure top quality and service. You will open and close the store, manage staff, and uphold safety standards while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, effective communication, and cost-aware management of food and labor. Donatos values community and family atmosphere and supports growth within the business.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as Shift Lead or Manager.
• Stand/walk for entire shift and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Completion of Donatos M.I.T. Program and related certifications.
• Ability to execute all items on the Shift Manager readiness checklist.

Responsibilities

• Coach and train associates to ensure high-quality food and friendly service.
• Open and close the restaurant, handling administrative tasks and safety.
• Interact with customers attentively and resolve complaints with empathy.
• Deliver Donatos Service Behaviors to enhance customer experience.
• Manage food, labor, and costs while training staff on best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staffing management

Attention to detail

Education

Donatos MIT Program

Job description

Urgent Opening: Talented Restaurant Manager at Donatos Pizza!

Are you looking for a fun and dynamic work environment where you can truly make a difference? Do you thrive in a place that values family and community? If so, Donatos Pizza is the perfect fit for you!

At Donatos Pizza, a beloved family-owned business since 1963, we pride ourselves on serving the best pizza and enhancing our customers' days. As a Restaurant Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our quality and service standards are met while fostering a positive atmosphere for both customers and staff. Join us and enjoy the satisfaction of leading a talented team while developing your management skills!

Key Responsibilities

• Coach and train associates to ensure the highest quality food and friendly service.
• Open and close the restaurant, managing administrative tasks and maintaining safety.
• Interact with customers attentively, resolving any complaints with empathy.
• Deliver all elements of Donatos Service Behaviors to enhance customer experience.
• Manage food, labor, and costs while training staff on best practices.

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

• 1-year experience as a Shift Lead or Manager, or equivalent experience.
• Able to stand/walk for the entire shift and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Successful completion of Donatos M.I.T. Program and related certifications.
• Ability to execute all items on the Shift Manager readiness checklist.

Desired Skills

• Strong leadership and coaching abilities to inspire team morale.
• Excellent communication skills to interact positively with customers and staff.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on product quality and operational standards.
• Ability to manage staffing based on business volume changes effectively.

Location: Donatos Polaris, 1263 Cameron Avenue Lewis Center OH

Donatos Pizza is a family owned business that started in Columbus Ohio in 1963. Our mission is to serve the best pizza and make your day a little better. Our restaurants are family owned franchise locations. We strive to meet the needs of our customers everyday and maintain a strong relationship with all of our employees to help them succeed in our business or whatever may be next for them.