Restaurant Manager

River Road Restaurants is a proud franchisee of IHOP, operating 13 IHOP locations across three states. As an established and growing company, we emphasize family values, career development, and employee growth at all levels of employment. Our company culture fosters a supportive and dynamic work environment, where leadership and teamwork are highly valued. We are committed to providing opportunities for advancement and skill enhancement in the foodservice industry. Serving a wide community, we aim to uphold the quality and brand standards that the IHOP name represents, ensuring every guest has a memorable and positive dining experience at our restaurants.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Restaurant Manager to oversee all operational facets of our restaurant locations. This full-time role offers competitive pay of up to $65,000 per year, coupled with bonus pay opportunities. The Restaurant Manager will play a critical role in maintaining the restaurant's revenue, profitability, and quality standards. This involves managing both front-of-house and back-of-house operations efficiently to uphold exceptional customer service and product quality. The position requires strong leadership skills as the manager will motivate and guide the team, including hiring qualified cooks and wait staff, setting work schedules, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

The ideal candidate must be adept at overseeing the dining room, managing customer seating capacity, and ensuring guests enjoy a smooth and pleasant dining experience. Experience in fast-paced restaurant environments is essential for thriving in this role. The manager will lead by example during busy periods, fostering a positive work atmosphere and maintaining high production and productivity standards. The position is on-site and requires the candidate to reside within 30 miles of the location or within a maximum 45-minute commute. This role demands weekend, holiday, day, and night shift availability with a typical 10-hour shift schedule. Educationally, a high school degree is required, coupled with relevant management experience to ensure success in this leadership position.

This role is designed for an individual passionate about delivering exceptional restaurant experiences and committed to upholding the brand’s reputation for quality and service. The Restaurant Manager will be instrumental in driving business success and ensuring the smooth daily operations of the restaurant. As part of the River Road Restaurants family, the manager will also benefit from comprehensive employee benefits, including paid time off, health insurance, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, referral programs, and paid training to support continued professional growth.