Restaurant Managers earn $85,000 on average!

Pluckers Wing Bar is a renowned full-service restaurant company deeply rooted in Texan culture and hospitality. Established with a mission to offer an unmatched dining experience, Pluckers specializes in providing flavorful chicken wings, signature sauces, and a vibrant atmosphere. Boasting multiple locations across major Texas metropolitan areas such as Austin, San Antonio, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Houston, Pluckers is rapidly expanding with plans to open 20 new restaurants over the next four years. This expansion translates into a wealth of career opportunities and leadership roles for ambitious professionals in the restaurant management sector. Recognized repeatedly for its outstanding employee culture, Pluckers has earned accolades such as the Best Restaurant to Work For four times and a consistent presence in the Top 25 Businesses Overall to Work For by the Austin Business Journal. The company’s people-first mindset and commitment to leadership development make it a standout employer in the hospitality industry.

The Restaurant Manager role at Pluckers Wing Bar represents the ideal stepping-stone for passionate individuals ready to advance their career in restaurant management without immediately jumping to an Assistant General Manager position. This role offers a comprehensive introduction to the 'Pluckers way'—the established culture, operational practices, and management expectations that fuel the company’s success. Restaurant Managers at Pluckers earn a competitive salary ranging between $75,000 and $95,000 annually, inclusive of a base salary starting at $65,000 and substantial monthly and annual bonuses tied to store sales and profits. On average, successful Restaurant Managers take home about $85,000 per year, with top performers earning up to $95,000. Alongside attractive remuneration, the role comes with a robust benefits package including 100% coverage of health, dental, and vision insurance valued at $6,400 annually, up to 15 paid vacation and personal days each year, and free meals worth approximately $3,900 annually.

The role features a thorough 16-week training program known as Pluckers University, designed to equip incoming managers with the skills, knowledge, and ethos necessary to excel. The company emphasizes hands-on, intensive training combined with ongoing leadership development programs that foster both personal and professional growth. As part of this growth trajectory, Restaurant Managers gain practical experience on the ground, setting the stage for advancement to Assistant General Manager and eventually General Manager. With the planned expansion, career progression is robust and timelines are rapid: many Restaurant Managers move into management roles within 4-6 months and have the potential to become General Managers within 2-5 years, with top General Managers earning over $200,000 annually.

At Pluckers, the management team, affectionately called 'Coaches,' embody the company’s ethos by leading with integrity, diligence, and a willingness to work alongside their teams. Coaches set clear goals, provide consistent feedback, and foster a collaborative environment where every team member is empowered to achieve their best. This role is perfect for individuals who bring intelligence, assertiveness, energy, passion, and an ability to inspire others. Whether you are based locally or considering relocation (with possible assistance) to Central Texas, Dallas-Fort Worth, or Houston, this position offers a unique opportunity to join a thriving and fast-growing restaurant brand that values its people as much as its patrons.