Restaurant Manager: Lead Team & Elevate Experience

Smashburger; Lakewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health coverage

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Quarterly bonus

Free meals

401K match

Uniform provided

Employee assistance program

Job summary

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

The ideal candidate has restaurant management experience, strong communication, and flexibility with work hours. Benefits include bonuses, health coverage, paid time off, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Manager experience in restaurants.
• Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Follow Smashburger uniform standards.
• Must complete Smashburger training program.
• Strong communication with staff and management.
• People management to lead restaurant teams.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proven time management and organizational skills.
• Physical ability to stand and lift up to 50 lbs, in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and manage shift leaders and team members.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Oversee daily restaurant operations including opening/closing.
• 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 development.
• Ensure accurate cash handling and operational compliance.
• Assist with local marketing and store initiatives.

Skills

Manager experience

Availability nights

Training program

Communication

People management

Attention to detail

Time management

Physical stamina

Food safety awareness

Job description

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

The ideal candidate has restaurant management experience, strong communication, and flexibility with work hours. Benefits include bonuses, health coverage, paid time off, and career growth opportunities.