Restaurant General Manager

San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) is one of the busiest and most dynamic airports in the United States, serving millions of travelers each year. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, SJC offers a gateway not only to a major tech hub but also to diverse cultural and recreational destinations. The airport continuously evolves to meet the demands of modern travelers by providing exceptional services and amenities, including a variety of dining options tailored to a wide range of tastes and preferences. SSP America operates several full-service restaurants within this vibrant airport environment, bringing unique local flavors and hospitality to millions of passengers passing through.

SSP America is a leading operator of airport restaurants across North America, managing dining concepts at over 60 airports. Known for fostering a supportive and growth-oriented workplace culture, SSP America emphasizes promoting from within, leadership development, and maintaining high service standards. The company’s dedication to quality, innovation, and operational excellence provides career opportunities for those passionate about hospitality and eager to build their careers in fast-paced environments like airports.

We are currently seeking a Restaurant Manager to join our team at San Jose Mineta International Airport. This position involves managing a full-service restaurant with a bar concept, situated in one of the most challenging yet rewarding venues in the industry. This is a unique opportunity to oversee high-volume operations where efficient coordination and exceptional customer service are paramount.

The Restaurant Manager will play a critical role in driving restaurant performance by leading daily operations, managing financial controls, and maintaining outstanding hospitality standards. This role demands a strong leader who thrives in a busy, multi-priority environment and who can inspire and develop a diverse team. Responsibilities include managing cost control, scheduling, ordering, ensuring safety and quality compliance, developing guest experiences, collaborating closely with airport leadership, and executing budgeting and business planning. Successful candidates will have at least three years of full-service restaurant management experience, preferably in similar high-volume, fast-paced environments.

Compensation for this role is competitive, with a salary range for various positions such as Restaurant General Manager earning $82,000 to $84,000 annually plus bonuses, and Assistant Restaurant Managers earning between $68,000 and $75,000 annually plus bonuses. The role also offers excellent benefits including quarterly and year-end bonuses, medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans with employer matching.

Joining SSP America as a Restaurant Manager means becoming part of a nationwide network where career progression is encouraged and supported across multiple locations. Those seeking to elevate their professional skills in hospitality management will find this role rewarding, challenging, and rich with opportunity for leadership development. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality dining experiences while managing complex operations in an airport setting, this role is the ideal next step in your career journey.