Restaurant Manager

Maria's Italian Kitchen is a renowned restaurant chain known for its authentic Italian cuisine and commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences. Founded in the Italian quarter of Hoboken, New Jersey, by Maria, who learned traditional recipes from her mother Luisa in Naples, the restaurant has grown into a beloved establishment celebrated for its fresh, flavorful dishes and warm, inviting atmosphere. Maria's Italian Kitchen prides itself not only on the quality of its pasta and other Italian specialties but also on fostering a positive work environment that values teamwork, caring people, and service excellence. The company culture promotes a family-like atmosphere where team members and guests alike feel valued and appreciated. With multiple locations throughout the San Fernando Valley, including Woodland Hills, Agoura Hills, Sherman Oaks, Encino, and Northridge, Maria's Italian Kitchen continues to expand and seek dedicated individuals to join their team.

The role open at Maria's Italian Kitchen is for experienced Entry, Mid, to High-Level Restaurant Assistant Managers and Assistant General Managers (AGMs) in their Valley (SFV) locations. This is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about hospitality, leadership, and the restaurant industry. Candidates will have the chance to engage with dynamic teams across multiple locations, with a need for flexibility to train and utilize growth opportunities throughout the network. The position offers a salary range of $65,000 to $75,000, depending on experience.

The Assistant Manager or AGM will lead with service excellence, focusing on selling, satisfying, and ensuring guests return through consistent quality and open team communication. A key responsibility of the role is driving profitability by mastering profit and loss goals, shift planning, and managing daily financial reports. Additionally, the manager is expected to champion food safety and health standards while maintaining a clean and organized work environment. Recruiting, training, and inspiring a positive, professional team culture are vital to the role, along with handling customer issues, compliance, and operational matters confidently and with care.

Success at Maria's Italian Kitchen requires a genuine love of people, kindness, and commitment to quality, service, and food. The ideal candidate must be a team player who values integrity, especially when nobody is watching, always considering what is best for customers, coworkers, and the company. Recognizing the importance and value of one's position and contribution to the team is essential. The company emphasizes a fun and joyful work atmosphere, encouraging employees to smile and enjoy their work every day. This role is not just about meeting business targets but embracing the strong culture that makes Maria's Italian Kitchen a special place to work and dine.