Restaurant Manager - Lead Teams, Delight Guests

Friendly's Restaurants

L'Anse (MI)

On-site

USD 24,796 - 35,817

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Free Ice Cream
Free Meals
Discount Program
Flexible Schedule
Medical, Dental & Life Insurance
401K Retirement Plan
Bonus Eligibility

Job summary

Friendly's Restaurants in Michigan is seeking a Restaurant Manager to join our team. This hourly role supports the General Manager, guiding restaurant operations, production, and customer service across kitchen, dining, and take-out.

You will ensure safety, quality, and guest satisfaction while coaching staff and enforcing standards. Experience in restaurant leadership, a high school diploma, and strong POS/back-office knowledge are required.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of restaurant experience with proven leadership.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to lead teams while upholding integrity.
  • Knowledge of POS and back-office systems.
  • Able to walk/stand during an entire shift.
  • Strong math and communication skills.
  • Background check required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily restaurant operations with focus on execution, profit, and guest experience.
  • Provide on-shift coaching; enforce labor laws.
  • Supervise hourly staff; ensure friendly service and quality food.
  • Enforce food handling procedures and recipes per SOPs.
  • Open and close restaurant; manage daily procedures and housekeeping.
  • Ensure safety, security, and sanitation policies are followed.
  • Assist in production as needed.

Skills

Restaurant management
Team leadership
POS system
English literacy
Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS software
Back office systems

Job description

Friendly's Restaurants in Michigan is seeking a Restaurant Manager to join our team. This hourly role supports the General Manager, guiding restaurant operations, production, and customer service across kitchen, dining, and take-out.

You will ensure safety, quality, and guest satisfaction while coaching staff and enforcing standards. Experience in restaurant leadership, a high school diploma, and strong POS/back-office knowledge are required.

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