Restaurant Manager

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar is a family-run group of restaurants based out of Southern California committed to creating warm, inviting experiences for guests, teammates, and communities. Established with a vision to nourish connections through handcrafted food and drink, Lazy Dog offers a unique dining atmosphere inspired by the lifestyle of the Rocky Mountains. The brand is known for delivering small-town hospitality combined with a vibrant social setting perfect for week-night dinners, casual meals with friends, or lively celebrations. Operating daily for lunch and dinner, the restaurant boasts an extensive bar program featuring specialty cocktails made with fresh ingredients, a wide selection of craft and local beers, and its own house beer selection.

Outstandingly recognized as a Certified Great Place to Work for eight years in a row, Lazy Dog fosters a culture that values personal and professional growth, building meaningful relationships between staff and guests alike. With competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, the company invests deeply in career advancement and employee well-being.

The role of Restaurant Manager at Lazy Dog in Oxnard is ideal for passionate full-service leaders who thrive in a hospitality-focused environment. The Restaurant Manager plays a critical leadership role in ensuring that every guest enjoys memorable experiences rooted in excellent service and quality food. Responsibilities include managing daily restaurant operations, leading and motivating a high-energy team, and fostering a supportive and fun workplace culture. This position requires the ability to build outstanding guest relationships, increase sales, and maintain operational excellence.

The role offers an annual salary range of $74,000 to $78,000 along with many benefits such as paid vacations, medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Additional perks include company-paid meal dining privileges and a 401K plan. Candidates with a proven track record of managing full-service, high-volume restaurants, who can effectively train and coach staff while ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction, will excel in this position. The manager will be expected to uphold the company’s values of trust and respect and be enthusiastic about contributing to both their personal development and the success of the restaurant team.