Restaurant Manager

Baltimore, MD, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $56,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

competitive compensation

health and welfare benefits

401(k) with Company Match

flexible scheduling

Opportunity for development

career growth

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Bob Evans Restaurants is a well-established family dining restaurant chain known for its commitment to serving high-quality farm-fresh food. Founded on the principles of community, quality, and great value, Bob Evans has become a trusted name for guests seeking a warm, hospitable dining experience. The company takes pride in its deep-rooted connection to local farming communities and its reputation for delivering meals made with fresh, farm-sourced ingredients. With a focus on creating an atmosphere that balances great food with a welcoming environment, Bob Evans emphasizes exceptional customer service and a culture of care for both guests and employees. They have built a strong brand identity around these values, promoting a work environment that caters to employees' well-being and career advancement.

The role of Assistant Manager at Bob Evans is a dynamic and fast-paced position essential to the daily success of the restaurant. Offering competitive pay up to $56,000 per year depending on experience and location alongside flexible schedules with early closing times and no late nights, this role is designed to support a great work-life balance. The Assistant Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflows, and upholding the company’s standards and policies. Responsibilities include supervising team members, facilitating recruitment and training, and fostering a positive work environment that encourages staff to perform their best. The Assistant Manager also acts as a mentor and leader who models professional behavior and champions guest satisfaction by handling service and food quality issues promptly and professionally.

Bob Evans gives significant attention to operational efficiencies such as managing sales goals, cost controls related to food and labor, and maintaining compliance with safety standards. The Assistant Manager helps drive profitability through motivated staff and effective execution of marketing initiatives at the store level. This role requires strong organizational abilities, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment. Employees in this position benefit from excellent benefits including health and welfare coverage, a 401(k) plan with employer match, and multiple opportunities for career growth within the company’s extensive restaurant network. Working at Bob Evans means joining a passionate team dedicated to where good grows—both for the community and their workforce. The role also involves physical activity and requires individuals to meet specific physical demands to ensure operational efficiency and guest service excellence.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Prior leadership experience required
Minimum two years of experience in family, fast-food, or casual dining restaurant preferred
Ability to communicate effectively
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to resolve conflicts
Proficient in planning and organizing
Dedication to guest service excellence
Proficient computer skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Capable of team building
Basic knowledge of business math and accounting
Computer literacy
Ability to manage multiple projects
Ability to maintain professional appearance
Available to work varied shifts including weekends

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Prior experience in a leadership role
Minimum of 2 years experience in family, fast-food, or casual dining restaurant preferred
College and/or culinary schooling preferred
Excellent communication skills
Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution abilities
Strong planning and organization skills
Dedication to providing exceptional guest service
Excellent computer skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Exceptional team building capability
Basic business math and accounting skills
Basic personal computer literacy
Ability to manage multiple projects
Ability to be a role model in employee appearance and presentation
Availability to work a variety of shifts and weekends

Job Duties

Supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Companys policies and applicable laws
Recruiting, interviewing, and training employees
Assigning and directing work
Appraising performance
Rewarding and disciplining employees
Addressing complaints and resolving problems
Coaching and mentoring team members to ensure employees success on the job and guest satisfaction
Modeling professional behavior while creating a warm, friendly, and hospitable atmosphere
Occasionally assisting team members with category job duties as needed
Assisting with building store sales by ensuring complete and timely execution of corporate & local marketing programs
Championing sales building activities and suggestive selling
Maximizing table turnover, sales per guest, and sales per hour
Meeting and greeting guests, investigating and resolving food quality/service issues
Assisting in maintaining efficient operations, cost controls, and profit management
Ensuring OSHA, local health and safety codes, and company safety and security policy are met
Enforcing safe work behaviors
Monitoring daily activities to ensure quality food and cleanliness standards
Controlling day-to-day operations including cash control/security procedures and reviewing financial reports
Controlling food and labor costs through recipe adherence, portion control, inventory management, and effective labor scheduling
Performing all other duties as assigned