Department Manager

Compensation: $58,000 to $65,000 annually, plus performance bonus

Status: Full-Time | Hourly (Based on a 45-hour workweek)

Schedule: Flexible schedule required, including evenings, late nights, weekends, and holidays

BENEFITS

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Sick Time

Two Weeks Paid Time Off

Performance Bonus

Excellent Career Growth Opportunities

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking an energetic and motivated Department Manager to join a high-volume, full-service casual dining and sports entertainment concept known for its fast-paced environment, strong team culture, and exceptional guest experiences.

This position oversees a designated area of the restaurant and partners closely with the General Manager and Assistant General Manager to ensure smooth daily operations. Comparable to an Assistant Manager role in many restaurant concepts, this is an excellent opportunity for a hospitality leader looking to grow into higher levels of management.

If you thrive in a high-energy environment, enjoy developing people, and lead by example, we'd love to hear from you.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Department Manager is responsible for leading day-to-day operations within an assigned department while helping drive guest satisfaction, team performance, food quality, operational excellence, and financial results.

This is a hands-on leadership role that requires working alongside the team, coaching employees, and maintaining high standards during lunch, dinner, game days, and late-night business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations Leadership

Lead daily operations within an assigned department

Support overall restaurant execution by maintaining exceptional guest service standards

Ensure food quality, cleanliness, and operational excellence

Assist with opening, closing, and shift management responsibilities

Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company operating standards

Team Leadership

Recruit, train, coach, and develop hourly team members

Provide ongoing feedback, recognition, and performance coaching

Promote a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and hospitality

Support staffing and scheduling to meet business demands

Financial Performance

Assist with labor management, inventory, and food cost controls

Support sales growth and operational efficiency initiatives

Help maintain profitability through effective execution and attention to detail

Guest Experience

Deliver exceptional hospitality and create memorable guest experiences

Resolve guest concerns quickly and professionally

Lead by example during high-volume service periods

Ensure consistent execution of company standards throughout every shift

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum one to three years of restaurant management or leadership experience

Experience in high-volume casual dining, sports bar, or full-service restaurant environments preferred

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Ability to motivate and develop team members

Knowledge of labor management, food safety, inventory, and restaurant operations

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, late nights, weekends, and holidays

Passion for hospitality and delivering an outstanding guest experience

IDEAL BACKGROUNDS

High-Volume Casual Dining

Sports Bar Concepts

Full-Service Restaurants

Fast Casual Leadership

Hospitality Management

Shift Manager

Assistant Manager

Department Manager

Kitchen Manager

Front of House Manager

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a successful, high-energy restaurant concept that values leadership, teamwork, and career development.

Whether you're an experienced restaurant manager or a strong shift leader ready to take the next step, this role offers competitive compensation, performance bonuses, excellent benefits, and a clear path for advancement into Assistant General Manager and General Manager positions.