Restaurant Manager

Benihana - Encino; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee dining discounts

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

THE ONE GROUP is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily front-of-house and back-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional service and a high-energy dining atmosphere. Lead a team to deliver memorable guest experiences while maintaining brand standards.

You will manage staffing, vendor relations, and financial performance, fostering development and sustaining growth in a dynamic, hospitality-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in restaurant management or hospitality leadership.
• Strong customer service focus with an emphasis on guest experience and operational excellence.
• Extensive food and beverage knowledge with ability to educate staff on menus and ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations including front-of-house and back-of-house management.
• Maintain service excellence and ensure guests receive an elevated dining experience.
• Monitor product quality, vendor relationships, and sanitation/safety compliance.
• Organize and supervise staff shifts for optimal floor coverage.
• Implement and uphold company policies and hospitality standards.
• Recruit, hire, and onboard top talent; train and mentor staff for excellence.
• Manage guest concerns professionally and drive positive resolutions.
• Oversee revenue, expenses, and profitability; develop marketing/promo strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

F&B Knowledge

Restaurant Management Software

Financial Management

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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