Restaurant Manager — Lead Boldly, Elevate Guest Experience

Smashburger 1361 Alameda & Wadsworth; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health coverage

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

401K match

Job summary

Smashburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations, staff performance, and customer experience while supporting the General Manager. The role focuses on team leadership, training, food safety, scheduling, inventory, and cost control.

Candidates should have prior restaurant management experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and flexibility with work hours. The position offers bonuses, health coverage, paid time off, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of Manager experience in restaurants.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow Smashburger guidelines and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and manage shift leaders and team members.
• Oversee daily restaurant operations and opening/closing procedures.
• Ensure food safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and service standards.
• Manage scheduling, labor costs, and team performance.
• Handle inventory, ordering, and cost control (COGS).
• Support hiring, onboarding, and ongoing employee development.
• Ensure accurate cash handling and operational compliance.
• Assist with local marketing and store initiatives.

Skills

Restaurant management

Leadership

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Smashburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations, staff performance, and customer experience while supporting the General Manager. The role focuses on team leadership, training, food safety, scheduling, inventory, and cost control.

Candidates should have prior restaurant management experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and flexibility with work hours. The position offers bonuses, health coverage, paid time off, and career growth opportunities.