Restaurant Manager

Yard House is a vibrant and energetic restaurant known for its unique blend of great food, classic rock music, and an extensive selection of craft beers. Part of the Darden Family of Restaurants, the world’s largest casual dining company, Yard House has built a reputation for delivering consistently exceptional dining experiences across its 85+ locations nationwide. The company prides itself on fostering a work environment that is both exciting and supportive, where team members feel valued and motivated to grow their careers. Yard House is committed to quality of life for its employees, emphasizing a balanced workweek, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits. "Boring" is not part of the culture here—every day brings the opportunity to engage with passionate guests and colleagues in a dynamic and welcoming setting.

The Restaurant Manager role at Yard House is pivotal in maintaining the distinct vibe that defines the brand. As a ringleader of the team, the Restaurant Manager ensures smooth daily operations and upholds the company’s promises of exceptional guest experiences and a supportive workplace for staff. This management position offers a competitive salary range from $62,000 to $70,000 per year, including weekly pay and eligibility for quarterly bonuses. The role is designed for leaders who are passionate about culinary excellence and guest service, with a focus on leading and developing high-performing teams.

In addition to leadership responsibilities, the Restaurant Manager is instrumental in driving operational success through the implementation of effective systems, methods, and processes tailored to a high-volume, full-service restaurant environment. Yard House emphasizes internal promotion, with 99% of General Managers, Executive Chefs, and Directors of Operations rising from within the company, and 60% of Restaurant Managers starting as team members. This creates significant opportunities for career advancement for motivated individuals.

Employees at Yard House enjoy a robust benefits package that includes up to three weeks of paid time off within the first year, immediate eligibility for medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a company 401(k) plan with a generous match of up to 120% on the first 6% of earnings. Furthermore, the company offers a Retirement Plus Benefit of 1.5% of eligible salary to the 401(k) account and access to an employee stock purchase program at a 15% discount, after one year of service. The work schedule respects employees’ personal lives by capping weekly hours at 50 and ensuring two days off each week, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Being a Restaurant Manager at Yard House means joining a passionate team dedicated to culinary innovation, outstanding guest service, and continuous personal and professional growth. If you are a dynamic leader with a stable career track record and a desire to work in a company that values and rewards your efforts, Yard House offers a unique career opportunity where your leadership can make a tangible difference.