Restaurant Operations Manager

Job Overview

briefcase

Employment Type

Full-time
clock

Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $50,000.00 - $65,000.00
clock

Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
diamond

Benefits

401(K) retirement savings program
Life insurance
short term disability
long term disability
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Insurance
Meal Discount
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement
Childcare Discount Program

Job Description

First Watch is a leading daytime dining restaurant concept that specializes in serving made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch with the freshest ingredients available. The company operates more than 620 restaurants across 32 states and is recognized for its chef-driven menu that rotates five times a year. This menu includes elevated versions of classic favorites like Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, the Quinoa Power Bowl, and includes unique offerings such as their signature Million Dollar Bacon and fresh juices like the Kale Tonic. The brand is guided by its "Follow the Sun" culinary philosophy, emphasizing quality and seasonality to deliver the best flavors... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in restaurant management or supervisory role
  • Food safety certification
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Ability to work morning shifts only
  • Availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • Capability to handle administrative and financial tasks

Job Qualifications

  • Proven experience in restaurant management or a similar role
  • Strong leadership and team development skills
  • Certified in food safety
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to manage both front-of-house and back-of-house operations
  • Customer service oriented
  • Competency in managing restaurant sales and traffic goals
  • Ability to handle administrative duties efficiently

Job Duties

  • Learns and supports our You First culture and core values
  • Puts their supervisory skills to work, making sure daily operations runs according to plan and with high standards
  • Understands that we source great food for a reason and that our recipes must be followed
  • Knows the restaurant sales and traffic goals - and works to exceed them
  • Coaches and observes the First Watch Five Steps of Service being implemented at every table
  • Understands the background story of our 10 Commitments - and puts them into action
  • Responds with a sense of urgency to both customer and employee concerns
  • Communicates and takes immediate ownership of repair and maintenance issues
  • Is certified in food safety - and identifies and coaches in all areas of safe food handling
  • Is continuously scouting for and interviewing candidates to join our team
  • Keeps our company assets secure
  • including computers, point of sale, security systems and equipment
  • Understands the key responsibilities of every position in the restaurant
  • Puts an immediate stop to any inappropriate behavior, investigates as needed
  • Trains, coaches, and develops team members daily
  • Recognizes performance that goes above and beyond
  • Accounts for all daily revenues and deposits
  • Completes our admin duties - and gets required paperwork in on time

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

We didn't receive the exact location for this job posting,
please contact the employer.