Restaurant Manager: Lead Teams & Elevate Guest Experience

Smashburger 1346 East Brunswick; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Health coverage

Paid time off

401K match

Flexible schedules

Free uniform

Meal benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

Smashburger in East Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations, staff performance, and guest experience, supporting the General Manager. You will lead, train, and motivate teams, manage scheduling, inventory, and costs while ensuring food safety and regulatory compliance.

Join a company that values teamwork, growth, and excellence, with benefits including bonuses, health coverage, paid time off, and a path for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Manager experience in restaurants.
• Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must successfully complete Smashburger training program.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to lead, train, and manage staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and manage shift leaders and team members
• Oversee daily restaurant operations, including opening/closing procedures
• Ensure food safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance
• Monitor and improve 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

People management

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Organizational skills

Job description

Smashburger in East Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations, staff performance, and guest experience, supporting the General Manager. You will lead, train, and motivate teams, manage scheduling, inventory, and costs while ensuring food safety and regulatory compliance.

Join a company that values teamwork, growth, and excellence, with benefits including bonuses, health coverage, paid time off, and a path for career advancement.