Restaurant Manager - Lead Team, Elevate Guest Experience

Upward Projects; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Meal Discounts

Job summary

Upward Projects is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations, ensure guest satisfaction, and manage staff performance. The role focuses on fostering a connected team, maintaining quality standards, and optimizing resources to meet budgeted sales and profits.

You will guide beverage program details, schedule staff, and collaborate with vendors. A strong emphasis on hospitality, integrity, and teamwork supports our mission to create authentic experiences for communities we

Qualifications

• 1 year of full-service restaurant manager experience or 3–5 years in a lead/supervisory role in a restaurant.
• Combined work experience and education will be considered in decisions.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Hospitality, Management, or Business preferred.
• ServSafe and Responsible Alcohol Service Certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Direct, plan, implement, and monitor staff functions to deliver memorable experiences.
• Lead beverage operations, inventory, and vendor management.
• Oversee maintenance requests, budgeting, and safety procedures.
• Coach and train staff to uphold standards in guest environment and service quality.
• Support hiring, scheduling, and development of service staff.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Scheduling

Team Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Hospitality, Management, or Business

ServSafe Certification

Responsible Alcohol Service Certification

Job description

Upward Projects is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations, ensure guest satisfaction, and manage staff performance. The role focuses on fostering a connected team, maintaining quality standards, and optimizing resources to meet budgeted sales and profits.

You will guide beverage program details, schedule staff, and collaborate with vendors. A strong emphasis on hospitality, integrity, and teamwork supports our mission to create authentic experiences for communities we