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Restaurant Manager

Restaurant Associates
Philadelphia, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/18/2026
Restaurant Associates

Position Title: Restaurant Manager

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

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Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !

Job Summary

We’re looking for a service-driven and collaborative Restaurant Manager to oversee front-of-house operations within a dynamic, multi-concept dining and events destination in University City. This role is instrumental in delivering exceptional guest experiences across a range of service styles, from refined dining to high-volume events.

As a key member of the leadership team, you’ll guide front-of-house execution, support team development, and help create a welcoming, high-performing environment where both guests and team members can thrive.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead day-to-day front-of-house operations, ensuring consistent, high-quality service standards
  • Hire, train, and develop FOH team members in fine dining service techniques and guest engagement
  • Create and manage staff schedules, payroll, and labor alignment to support business needs
  • Conduct daily pre-shift meetings and ongoing team communication to ensure service readiness
  • Oversee reservation systems, seating strategies, and floor plans to maximize flow and guest experience
  • Develop station assignments, side work responsibilities, and service execution plans
  • Partner cross-functionally with culinary, events, and operations teams to ensure seamless service
  • Monitor service throughout each shift, providing real-time coaching and support
  • Maintain dining room presentation, cleanliness, and adherence to brand and service standards
  • Handle guest feedback and resolve concerns with professionalism, empathy, and urgency
  • Support execution of special events, private dining, and promotional activations

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience in upscale or fine dining environments, with leadership responsibility in front-of-house operations
  • Ability to lead, coach, and develop hourly teams in a high-performance service culture
  • Strong understanding of high-volume service and event-driven operations
  • Financial awareness, including labor management, inventory oversight, and cost controls
  • Experience with reservation systems, POS platforms, and basic office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments
  • A calm, solutions-oriented approach in fast-paced and high-pressure situations
  • Professional presence with a commitment to hospitality and guest satisfaction
  • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or related field is a plus, or equivalent hands-on experience

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Associates At Restaurant Associates Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Req ID: 1543475

Restaurant Associates

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Salary : $80,000 - $90,000

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