Restaurant Manager - $62000 to $75000 per YEAR

Darden Restaurants, Inc. is a renowned leader in the restaurant industry, operating some of the finest upscale dining establishments across the United States. Known for its commitment to excellence and outstanding guest experiences, Darden manages brands that include well-known names such as Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, The Capital Grille, and more. The company prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where team members are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and top-tier customer service, Darden Restaurants has built a reputation for delivering exceptional culinary delights and memorable dining experiences. Being part of this company means joining a family that values respect, integrity, and excellence in all aspects of restaurant operations. The Restaurant Manager role at Darden Restaurants is a pivotal position responsible for leading department-level restaurant operations with finesse and strategic oversight. This role demands a leader who not only understands but embodies the Darden Core Values, delivering consistent balanced results through effective systems, methods, and procedures. The manager plays a crucial role in driving sustained growth in sales and profits, achieved through personal leadership, cultivating a motivated and skilled team, steering business operations efficiently, and focusing on tangible results. This position emphasizes the importance of culinary passion, wine knowledge, and a commitment to exemplary guest service, reflecting the high standards Darden maintains across its establishments. The ideal candidate for the Restaurant Manager role brings a minimum of two years of current salaried management experience in a high-volume upscale restaurant or a high-end resort restaurant setting. This experience is essential as it ensures the candidate is adept at managing complex operations and delivering superior guest experiences under pressure. Alongside robust management skills, the candidate should exhibit a strong passion for culinary excellence, demonstrate a sound understanding of wine knowledge, and possess a sincere dedication to guest service. Proven ability to develop and nurture a team is highly valued, as is a deep understanding of the systems, methods, and processes that contribute to seamless and outstanding restaurant execution. Working as a Restaurant Manager with Darden Restaurants offers not just a competitive salary but also quarterly bonus eligibility, affirming the company’s commitment to rewarding its leaders for their contributions to business success. The benefits package is comprehensive, including eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance, and paid time off that supports a healthy work-life balance. Employees enjoy two weeks of paid vacation with up to five flexible days in their first year, as well as paid family and medical leave after one year of service. Additionally, the role comes with participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a generous match of up to 120% on the first 6% of salary, along with company-paid Retirement Plus benefits and access to the Darden Employee Stock Purchase program. Furthermore, there is an attractive discount program available for over 1,000 merchants, enhancing the overall employee experience. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about leadership in the upscale restaurant sector and who aspire to uphold the finest standards of restaurant management while pushing for business growth and exemplary team performance. Darden Restaurants offers a platform for career advancement, continuous learning, and the opportunity to be part of one of the industry's most respected companies.

• minimum of 2 years current salaried management experience in a high-volume upscale restaurant or high-end resort restaurant
• strong passion for culinary excellence
• proven ability to develop team
• knowledge of systems, methods and processes that contribute to great execution