Restaurant Manager: Lead a Happy Team + Growth & Perks

Mendocino Farms Inc.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Vacation - Up to 2 weeks of vacation

Employee assistance program

Parking & Transit Reimbursement

Discounted Tickets through Tickets at 

Pet Insurance

Free Mendo Meals on every shift

Clear path for growth and development

Job summary

Mendocino Farms in Santa Barbara is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a busy, guest-focused team onsite at 3851 State St. This full-time role requires strong leadership, coaching, and a hands-on approach to daily operations.

You will manage scheduling, inventory, and ordering, ensure exceptional guest experiences, and drive growth while maintaining high standards. Competitive pay ranges from $63,000 to $81,000 per year based on experience, with full benefits and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of high-volume restaurant or related hospitality management experience.
• Strong coach – gives effective feedback, grows the team every day
• Organized – deadline-oriented and focused on driving results
• Ready to master every position in the restaurant before trying to teach someone else
• Cares about people – builds relationships with guests and team members
• Humble – eager to learn from a dynamic, growing restaurant group
• Experience with managing a large team
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Comfortable in the kitchen, skilled at ordering & inventory

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of happy, friendly staff and ensure excellent guest experiences.
• Coach and develop team members to improve performance daily.
• Oversee scheduling, inventory, and ordering to maintain high standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Organizational skills

People relations

Humility

Large-team management

Kitchen operations

Inventory & ordering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mendocino Farms in Santa Barbara is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a busy, guest-focused team onsite at 3851 State St. This full-time role requires strong leadership, coaching, and a hands-on approach to daily operations.

You will manage scheduling, inventory, and ordering, ensure exceptional guest experiences, and drive growth while maintaining high standards. Competitive pay ranges from $63,000 to $81,000 per year based on experience, with full benefits and a supportive team culture.