Restaurant Manager
A restaurant manager is a professional who manages the daily operations of a restaurant, which includes supervising the employees, overseeing the customer service, and ensuring that the food quality meets the standards. Restaurant managers provide leadership and direction to the team and work towards ensuring customer satisfaction.
Career Values, Traits and Skills
To become a successful restaurant manager, it is essential that individuals possess the following values, traits and skills:
Values
- Customer Satisfaction
- Quality Service
- Integrity
- Hard Work
- Teamwork
Traits
- Good communication skills
- Strong leadership abilities
- Detail-oriented
- Ability to multitask
- Good problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure
Skills
- Management skills
- Financial management skills
- Customer service skills
- Organizational skills
- Time-management skills
- Conflict resolution skills
Career Path
A career in restaurant management usually starts with an entry-level position, such as being a server, bartender or line cook. From this entry-level position, individuals can advance to become assistant managers or shift supervisors, and eventually, restaurant managers.
Education and certification in hospitality, business, or culinary arts can enhance the chances of securing a restaurant manager position.
Salary Range
The salary range for restaurant managers varies based on the size, location and type of restaurant. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for food service managers (which includes restaurant managers) was $55,320 in 2020.
Tips for Success
To become a successful restaurant manager, individuals should:
- Gain experience in the industry
- Develop leadership and communication skills
- Foster positive relationships with employees and customers
- Stay updated with current industry trends and regulations
- Continuously improve financial and business management skills
References
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Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2021). Food Service Managers. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/food-service-managers.htm
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National Restaurant Association. (2021). Restaurant Careers. Retrieved from https://www.restaurant.org/Downloads/PDFs/State/Restaurant-Careers.pdf
