Restaurant Manager - 1560 Columbia, SC

Whataburger; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the fast-food sector is seeking a dynamic Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations and lead a talented team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring exceptional customer service, managing kitchen operations, and maintaining health and safety compliance. You will play a crucial role in hiring and developing staff while ensuring profitability through effective budget management and inventory control. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about the restaurant industry and committed to delivering extraordinary experiences to customers.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of restaurant leadership experience required.
• Food Handlers and Food Safety Certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily restaurant operations and manages staff scheduling.
• Ensures compliance with health regulations and conducts inventory checks.

Skills

Front Counter

Dining Room Attendant

Coaching

Recruitment

Health & Safety Compliance

Inventory Management

Budgeting

Financial Management

Education

High school diploma/GED

Equivalent work experience

Job description

Welcome to Whataburger Careers!

The Restaurant Manager oversees the daily operations of the restaurant. They hire and develop talent and provide leadership in community relations, customer service, food preparation, and health compliance.

Responsibilities

1. Manages front-of-house restaurant operations, including staff scheduling, customer service, and presentation of the dining room and bar areas.
2. Manages the kitchen team to ensure timely and quality food delivery and resolve service issues.
3. Hires, trains, and retains talent to deliver extraordinary customer service.
4. Conducts regular inventory checks and orders restaurant supplies as required to ensure adequate stock levels and prevent stock-outs.
5. Ensures profitability for the restaurant working with Operating Partners on financial reports and budget management.
6. Provides guidance on cleaning, sanitation, and food safety procedures.
7. Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations and training.

Key Skills

1. Front Counter
2. Dining Room Attendant
3. Coaching
4. Recruitment
5. Health & Safety Compliance
6. Inventory Management
7. Budgeting
8. Financial Management

Preferred Qualifications

1. High school diploma/GED, equivalent work experience.
2. 1+ years of restaurant leadership experience.
3. Food Handlers Certification.
4. Food Safety Certification (requirement may vary based on city, county or state).