RESTAURANT MANAGER-Torrance,CA|Torrance,CA,USA,CA|Mendocino Farms

Mendocino Farms is a renowned fast-casual restaurant chain, established in 2005, that is dedicated to delivering more than just food to its customers. With a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, Mendocino Farms prides itself on selling 'Happy' and offering a unique culinary experience that connects guests with fresh, high-quality ingredients and an approachable menu crafted around culinary adventure. The company fosters a culture of friendliness and inclusivity, viewing every guest as a friend to be welcomed or made. This ethos is reflected throughout their operations and brand identity, making it an excellent place for food lovers and hospitality professionals to grow and thrive. The role of Restaurant Manager at Mendocino Farms is a pivotal position within the company, aimed at leading and inspiring a team of enthusiastic, friendly foodies who are passionate about customer service and quality food experiences. The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction, and driving operational excellence in a high-volume environment. This full-time, onsite role offers an attractive salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 per year, which is commensurate with experience, reflecting the importance Mendocino Farms places on strong leadership and operational capabilities. Managers at Mendocino Farms are not only tasked with administrative and operational duties but also play a hands-on role in mentoring staff and creating a positive work culture that promotes teamwork, growth, and development. The company values strong coaching skills, organizational ability, and a genuine care for people—traits that are essential for building meaningful relationships with both guests and team members. The role requires an individual committed to mastering every aspect of the restaurant operation before teaching others, emphasizing a proactive, humble learning attitude within a dynamic, expanding restaurant group. This position suits candidates who thrive in fast-paced, customer-focused settings and who possess a robust mix of leadership ability, kitchen proficiency, and operational know-how, including ordering and inventory management. Flexibility is key, as the schedule includes nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the business needs. Mendocino Farms offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match, paid sick leave, vacation time, employee assistance programs, and other perks such as gym memberships, pet insurance, and discounted event tickets. All managers receive bi-weekly pay and are supported with a clear path for career growth and development within the company. Mendocino Farms is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. The company also complies with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories appropriately. This role is perfect for individuals eager to contribute to a creative and supportive restaurant environment that prioritizes both guest happiness and employee fulfillment. If you are passionate about food, people, and leading teams to success, Mendocino Farms invites you to apply and join their vibrant team.

• 1+ years of high-volume restaurant or related hospitality management experience
• strong coach who provides effective feedback and grows the team daily
• organized and deadline-oriented with a focus on driving results
• willing to master every position in the restaurant before teaching others
• caring about people and building relationships
• humble with a desire to learn from a growing restaurant group
• experience managing a large team
• proficient with Microsoft Office
• comfortable in kitchen tasks and skilled at ordering and inventory