Restaurant Manager - $62000 to $70000 per YEAR
Posted on October 24, 2025
BJ's Restaurants is a well-established and fast-growing casual dining restaurant chain known for its craft beer, made-from-scratch menu items, and exceptional guest experiences. With over 200 restaurants across the country and ongoing expansion through new openings, BJ's has built a reputation as a vibrant and innovative dining destination. The company emphasizes a strong culture rooted in its CRAFT values: Connection, Respect, Advancement, Fun, and Trust, which foster both personal growth and a supportive work environment. BJ's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and community involvement through initiatives such as WeCAN and IDEA groups further reflects its dedication to not only creating great dining experiences but also giving back to the communities it serves. Employees at BJ's benefit from comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage alongside competitive retirement plans like 401(k), paid vacation, and other perks including relocation opportunities and on-demand access to earned pay.
The Restaurant Manager role at BJ's Restaurants offers an exciting leadership opportunity for individuals passionate about hospitality and operational excellence. This full-time exempt management position entails overseeing all restaurant functions during opening, mid-day, or closing shifts to ensure seamless service delivery and operational success. The manager will be responsible for hiring, supervising, and training team members, as well as maintaining a positive work environment where every guest receives the Gold Standard experience. BJ's provides a lucrative compensation package with a yearly salary ranging from $62,000 to $70,000 plus quarterly bonus potential, which is commensurate with experience. The Restaurant Manager is expected to exercise independent judgment and discretion in daily decisions affecting the business, operations, and staff, spending over half their time on managerial duties.
Beyond everyday operational oversight, this role involves executing strategic local marketing efforts, managing safety and sanitation compliance, controlling food and beverage quality through regular reviews and inventories, and ensuring team member relations are nurtured through coaching, mentoring, and recognition. Restaurant Managers also participate in ongoing education programs and work closely with the General Manager and corporate departments to address inquiries and implement policies. BJ's strong emphasis on leadership development means managers have access to career advancement opportunities, leadership conferences, and development programs designed to foster their growth within the company. Candidates who thrive at BJ’s are those who bring high personal integrity, a passion for service excellence, and the ability to motivate and develop their team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- A minimum of two years full service, high volume, casual dining restaurant management experience
- High personal integrity, professionalism and maturity
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Solid relationship management and performance management skills
- Ability to motivate and direct team members and work effectively in management team
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on listening and questioning skills
- Strong writing and documentation skills
- Ability to absorb and retain information quickly
- Keen attention to detail
- Proven problem-solving abilities
- Exceptional guest service orientation
- Ability to stand and walk around a restaurant to supervise operations for 8-10 hours
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to bend, stoop, and raise arms above head on occasion