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Kitchen Manager
A Kitchen Manager handles the operational and administrative side of a restaurant kitchen, focusing on inventory management, staff scheduling, and vendor management to keep the kitchen running smoothly and within budget. They enforce food safety compliance and use cost control practices to manage food and labor spend, working closely with chefs on the culinary side. This role is typically held by someone with strong organizational and people-management skills who bridges the kitchen and business operations.
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Open Kitchen Manager roles (4)
Kitchen Manager
Ranger Boats
Sayreville, NJ
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Kitchen Manager
Powdr Corporation
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Assistant Kitchen Manager/High Potential Kitchen Manager
Dave & Buster's
Full-time · Westbury, NY · $58,000 – $70,000
This role leads kitchen operations and staff at a casual dining restaurant, managing food quality, safety, and financial performance while developing culinary talent. It suits experienced kitchen professionals ready to move into management and grow with the company.
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Kitchen Manager
Dave & Buster's
Full-time · Tyler, TX · $63,527 – $74,738
Lead the back-of-house operations at a high-volume restaurant-entertainment venue, where you'll hire and develop kitchen staff, manage food and labor costs, and ensure every guest leaves satisfied. This role suits someone who thrives under pressure, loves mentoring teams, and has proven kitchen management experience in a fast-paced setting.
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Where Kitchen Managers commonly go next: Restaurant Manager.
Senior Restaurant & Operations Manager
Dave & Buster's
Full-time · Providence, RI · $68,416 – $80,490
This senior operations management role oversees restaurant and entertainment venue performance across front or back-of-house areas, leading teams through high-volume service while managing financials and guest experience. It suits experienced hospitality leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and can balance detailed operational oversight with strategic business goals.
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Part-Time Restaurant Assistant Manager - Gamescape
Century Theatres
Part-time · Greenville, TX · $15 – $16 / hour
You'd support restaurant operations at a movie theater, training staff, managing service quality, and handling cash and inventory. This role suits someone with restaurant supervisory experience who enjoys direct customer interaction and can manage a team in a fast-paced entertainment venue.
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Restaurant Manager (Non-Exempt)
Shake Shack
Full-time · Saratoga, CA · $28 – $34 / hour
A restaurant management role overseeing daily operations, team leadership, and guest satisfaction at a fast-casual hospitality company. Suited for experienced managers who want to lead in a growing brand with emphasis on staff development and community engagement.
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Restaurant & Operations Manager
Dave & Buster's
Wayne, NJ · $65,876 – $77,502
A Restaurant & Operations Manager leads daily operations at a high-volume entertainment venue, overseeing staff development, guest experience, and business metrics across a fast-paced hospitality environment. This role suits driven leaders who thrive under pressure, enjoy direct impact on team and customer satisfaction, and are ready for demanding schedules including weekends and extended hours.
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Full-Time Restaurant Assistant Manager
Century Theatres
Full-time · Bellevue, WA · $25 – $26 / hour
This role oversees daily restaurant operations at a Cinemark theatre, supervising staff and ensuring quality service while managing inventory, cash, and compliance. It suits someone with restaurant supervisory experience who can lead a team, handle customer issues, and maintain operational standards in a fast-paced environment.
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Restaurant Manager - Non-Exempt
Shake Shack
Full-time · Saratoga, CA · $28 – $34 / hour
Oversee daily operations at a high-volume Shake Shack restaurant, leading a team to deliver excellent service and manage all aspects of the business from staffing to finances. This role suits people with restaurant management experience who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy developing team members.
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Assistant General Manager
Dave & Buster's
Philadelphia, PA · $74,215 – $87,312
This is a leadership role managing daily operations and staff performance across food, beverage, and entertainment venues. The position suits experienced hospitality managers who thrive in high-energy environments and enjoy building team culture while driving profitability.
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Restaurant Manager - Non Exempt
Shake Shack
Full-time · Santa Monica, CA · $28 – $34 / hour
Lead daily operations at a Shake Shack location, managing staff, guest experience, and compliance with food safety standards. This role suits someone with restaurant management experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing their team.
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Restaurant Manager
Dave & Buster's
Full-time · Concord, NC · $60,889 – $71,636
This is a senior management position in a restaurant and entertainment venue, overseeing operations and team leadership across front-of-house and back-of-house areas. It suits experienced hospitality managers comfortable with high-volume fast-paced environments and willing to work long hours including nights and weekends.
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Restaurant Manager
Shake Shack
Full-time · Wilmington, NC
A hands-on manager role overseeing daily operations, team development, and guest satisfaction in a busy Shake Shack location. This suits experienced restaurant leaders who thrive in high-volume environments and enjoy coaching teams to deliver strong hospitality.
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