Restaurant Manager

Yard House is a unique and vibrant restaurant chain known for its exciting blend of great food, classic rock music, and an impressive selection of craft beers. With over 85 locations nationwide, Yard House has established itself as a favorite spot for guests who appreciate a lively atmosphere combined with exceptional dining experiences. Part of the esteemed Darden Family of Restaurants, the world’s largest casual dining company, Yard House benefits from extensive industry expertise and a strong commitment to quality and innovation in casual dining. This company culture fosters growth and opportunity, as evidenced by their substantial internal promotion rates and dedication to employee development. Yard House prides itself on creating workplaces that its team members are proud to be a part of, combining a dynamic working environment with excellent benefits and career advancement potential.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and energetic Restaurant Manager to take the helm at one of our Yard House locations. This leadership role is essential in executing our commitment to delivering consistently outstanding guest experiences while fostering a positive and motivated team environment. The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of their restaurant, ensuring that all aspects of service, food quality, and team management meet the Yard House standards. This position offers a competitive salary range of $60,000 to $75,000 per year, with weekly pay and eligibility for quarterly bonuses. The role limits workweeks to no more than 50 hours and guarantees two days off, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Key aspects of the role include maintaining high standards in culinary excellence and guest service, leading and developing restaurant teams, and managing systems and processes that drive efficient and exceptional execution. The Restaurant Manager role requires experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant setting, with a proven track record of stable employment and upward career progression. Educationally, a high school diploma or equivalent is required. At Yard House, managers are integral to the company’s success and are given plenty of opportunity to grow professionally, with 99% of General Managers, Executive Chefs, and Directors of Operations promoted from within, and 60% of Restaurant Managers promoted from team member positions. This position provides immediate eligibility for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits, along with paid time off, retirement plans including a company 401(k) with match, and access to an employee stock purchase program. If you are passionate about leadership, operational excellence, and fostering a positive team culture, Yard House offers a rewarding and inspiring environment to advance your hospitality career.