Restaurant Manager Jobs in Colorado
Restaurant Manager jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where strong tourism, a growing local dining scene, and major hospitality groups drive consistent hiring at every level from assistant manager to multi-unit director. Well-known employers with deep roots in the state include Darden Restaurants, Chipotle Mexican Grill, and Xclusive Restaurant Group, all of which maintain active Colorado operations and recruit regularly for both full-service and fast-casual management. Demand is particularly strong for managers with experience in high-volume operations, craft beverage programs, and seasonal mountain-resort dining. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Our Restaurant Managers oversee the daily operations of our business. Their responsibilities include hiring and training staff, coordinating employee schedules, and ensuring company policies are being followed. They also order supplies, manage budgets and resolve customer complaints with a goal of 100% guest retention. The Restaurant Manager is the liaison between the restaurant guests, employees, and the owners. They must submit reports, meet revenue goals and offer advice on how to run the business most effectively. Benefits include Paid Time Off, Health Insurance paid at 50% for employee only and free shift meals.
Duties Include (but are not limited to):
- Train and supervise staff
- Ensure all food safety procedures are strictly adhered to according to sanitary regulations and maintain safe working conditions
- Work closely with upper management to meet revenue objectives
- Implement appropriate strategies to resolve adverse trends and improve sales
- Follow company policies and procedures regarding the handling of cash, property, products, and equipment
- Audit inventory levels to ensure product availability, and order products as necessary
- 2+ years’ experience in the restaurant industry ideal
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Exceptional organization and leadership skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Computer literacy
- Familiarity with restaurant management software
- Strong motivational and people skills
- Good financial management skills
- Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
- Team player
- 50-60 hours a week
- Good time-management skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification (Preferred)
- TIPS (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Evergreen, CO 80439 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Evergreen, CO 80439: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Restaurant Manager Job Market in Colorado
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- Hospitality & Tourism
- Technology & Software
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant manager jobs across Colorado.
- Demonstrated experience managing daily restaurant operations in a Colorado market
- ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent food safety credential recognized in Colorado
- Proven ability to hire, train, and schedule a front- and back-of-house team
- Hands-on experience with POS systems, labor scheduling, and cost control
- Strong working knowledge of Colorado health department compliance and inspection standards
- Associate or bachelor's degree in hospitality management or a related field preferred
Restaurant Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a restaurant manager in Colorado?
Most restaurant managers in Colorado move up from hourly or supervisory roles in food service rather than following a single credentialed path. Colorado does not require a state-issued restaurant manager license, but employers consistently expect a current ServSafe Manager Certification, which is administered through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation and accepted statewide. A degree in hospitality, culinary arts, or business from a Colorado institution such as Colorado State University or Johnson and Wales University Denver campus strengthens a candidacy considerably.
Which companies hire restaurant managers in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring restaurant managers in Colorado include Burger King, Taco Bell, and Raising Cane's, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's mix of urban dining districts, ski resort communities, and interstate highway corridors means openings appear across both corporate chain operations and independently owned full-service concepts.
Which Colorado cities have the most restaurant manager jobs?
Denver, Aurora, and Colorado Springs account for the largest share of restaurant manager openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market as the state's largest metropolitan area with a dense concentration of full-service restaurants, hotel food and beverage outlets, and fast-casual chains, while Colorado Springs and Fort Collins generate steady demand tied to their own growing populations and regional dining markets.
Are there remote restaurant manager jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Restaurant management is fundamentally an on-site role requiring daily oversight of staff, guests, and kitchen operations, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of restaurant manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those postings typically involve multi-unit or regional director roles where administrative responsibilities such as scheduling, vendor coordination, and financial reporting can be handled off-site on select days.
How can I get hired as a restaurant manager in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is working into a shift lead or assistant manager role from within a restaurant where you already hold a front-of-house or kitchen position. Large Colorado-based and Colorado-active operators such as Chipotle Mexican Grill and Darden Restaurants run structured internal management development programs that promote from hourly roles. Completing a ServSafe Manager Certification before applying signals readiness to employers, and a hospitality or culinary degree from Colorado State University or a Front Range Community College program can substitute for years of on-the-floor experience in competitive hiring pools.
Where can I find and apply to restaurant manager jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to restaurant manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred location within the state, and the type of operation you want to work in, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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