Restaurant Manager

The Post Oak; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Career development

Employee discounts

Health benefit plans

Dental and vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid sick leave

Paid time off

Bonus potential

Job summary

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. in Santa Monica is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations, coach a high-performing team, and drive sales while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate brings 2+ years of full-service restaurant leadership, strong front-of-house and financial skills, and a proven record of developing staff and managing costs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full-service, high-volume restaurant management experience.
• Strong front-of-house knowledge and financial acumen.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
• Stable, progressive work history with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations with a hands-on, lead-by-example management style.
• Drive guest satisfaction and sales while managing costs and labor.
• Oversee compliance with health, safety, and liquor regulations.
• Ensure accurate documentation of daily sales, payroll, and cash controls.

Skills

Restaurant management

Staff development

Guest relations

Financial acumen

Job description

Overview

Ready to Lead. Ready to Grow. Ready to Make Your Mark?

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is looking for an energetic, people-focused Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team and help deliver the fun, memorable hospitality our guests love. If you’re an experienced hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing people, and is ready to take the next step in your career, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. As Restaurant Manager, you’ll play a key role in leading daily operations, coaching and developing a high-performing team, driving sales and guest satisfaction, and creating a culture where team members can thrive. We’re looking for a hands‑on leader who leads by example, embraces accountability, and is passionate about building strong teams while delivering an exceptional guest experience. This is more than your next management job—it’s an opportunity to grow your leadership skills, expand your hospitality experience, and build a rewarding career with a brand known for fun, teamwork, and unforgettable guest experiences.

Bring your leadership. Build your team. Create memorable experiences. Grow your career with Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

Benefits:

• Extensive and well-rounded training program
• Continued career development and growth opportunities
• Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels
• Multiple health benefit plans to suit your needs
• Dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, flexible spending accounts and 401 (k)
• Paid sick leave
• Paid time off
• Monthly discretionary bonus potential

Responsibilities

• Ensures excellence in guest satisfaction through commitment to a "Do Whatever It Takes Attitude" and a hands‑on, lead‑by‑example management style
• Utilizes leadership skills and motivates employees to ensure cost‑control and labor management
• Inspects establishment and observes workers and guests to ensure compliance with occupational, health, and safety standards and liquor regulations
• Ensures paperwork accuracy such as daily sales summary reports, petty cash reimbursement forms, and payroll records

Qualifications

• At least 2+ yearsof full-service, high-volume restaurant management experience
• Extensive front of house knowledge; Advanced knowledge of financial aspects
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Stable and progressive work history; Strong work ethic

EOE

Pay Range

USD $71,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.