Senior Restaurant Manager - Bonus Eligible & Growth

BJ's Restaurants, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Meal benefits

Career growth

Employee discounts

Job summary

BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. is seeking a Senior Restaurant Manager in Pittsburgh to lead a high-energy team delivering exceptional hospitality and guest experiences.

You will oversee all restaurant operations across shifts, coach and develop staff, uphold BJ’s Gold Standard quality, and ensure a safe, clean dining environment while driving guest loyalty and performance. This exempt management role requires strong leadership, guest-first mindset, flexible scheduling including weekends/holidays, and a

Qualifications

• At least one year of full-service dining experience or General Manager-level experience in a fast‑casual environment.
• One year leading, coaching and motivating high‑performing teams.
• A guest‑first mindset with a strong commitment to cleanliness and delivering exceptional experiences.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment with strong problem‑solving skills and decision making.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative leadership style.
• Dependable, self‑motivated, and strives to achieve results.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• A passion for creating a positive culture where team members and guests can thrive.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with a minimum 50‑hour work week consisting of five 10‑hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations with a focus on execution, efficiency, and team engagement.
• Set the tone for each shift by communicating priorities, coaching teams, and driving accountability.
• Ensure a safe, well-maintained environment for guests and team members by proactively addressing operational needs.
• Uphold company standards, policies, and regulatory requirements with consistency and integrity.
• Support the growth and development of team members through coaching, feedback, recognition, and performance management.
• Champion food safety, sanitation, and quality standards across all areas of the restaurant.
• Ensure every dish and beverage meets BJ’s Gold Standard for quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Monitor daily production and preparation to ensure operational readiness and an exceptional guest experience.
• Coach, train, and inspire team members to deliver outstanding hospitality and memorable guest experiences.
• Build a culture of service excellence by developing talent and reinforcing BJ’s Values and Behaviors.
• Resolve guest concerns with professionalism and care, turning challenges into opportunities to create loyal guests.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Guest service

Problem solving

Team development

Time management

Flexible scheduling

Job description

BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. is seeking a Senior Restaurant Manager in Pittsburgh to lead a high-energy team delivering exceptional hospitality and guest experiences.

You will oversee all restaurant operations across shifts, coach and develop staff, uphold BJ’s Gold Standard quality, and ensure a safe, clean dining environment while driving guest loyalty and performance. This exempt management role requires strong leadership, guest-first mindset, flexible scheduling including weekends/holidays, and a