Restaurant Manager Jobs in Florida
Restaurant Manager jobs in Florida are concentrated in full-service dining, quick-service chains, resort and hotel food and beverage operations, and entertainment venue concessions, with demand at every level from assistant manager to multi-unit director. Miami, Orlando, and Tampa are the largest hiring markets, anchored by established operators like Darden Restaurants, Walt Disney World Food and Beverage, and Marriott International. The most in-demand specialties are high-volume casual dining management, fine dining floor operations, and food and beverage oversight within hospitality properties. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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WHAT ARE THE PERKS?
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plan options available within 30 days of employment
- Domestic Partnership Coverage
- Company Paid Short Term Disability insurance
- Company Paid Term Life & AD&D insurance
- Health Spending Accounts (HSA& FSA)
- Supplemental Plans: Life Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Optional Benefits: Long Term Disability, Identity Theft, Prepaid Legal Services, Pet Insurance
- Team Member Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling services; to include 5 visits at no charge. Referrals to mental health services
WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW?
- Five-day work week; Scheduled 50 hours per week with a maximum of 3 closing shifts
- Paid Time Off: 1 week available after 6 months. Total 15 days per year
- Manager schedule written one month in advance
- Complimentary dining privileges at home restaurant and 50% off at all other locations
- 401(k) Plan with Company Contribution
- Highly competitive salary with biannual performance and annual salary review
- Quarterly paid out incentive based on restaurant performance
- Eight-week Management Training Program
- Discounted Tuition at the University of Arizona Global Campus
- Tickets at Work: Discounted tickets for concerts, sporting events, theme parks, movies and more
- Our Hours of Operation are 11am-12-1-2am, (some nights at some locations), see our website for details
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Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Restaurant Manager Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Bob Evans Restaurants28

- Dunkin'20

- Shake Shack12

- Raising Cane's12

- Panera Bread11

Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant manager jobs across Florida.
- Three or more years of restaurant management experience in a full-service or high-volume operation
- Proven ability to manage front-of-house and back-of-house staff and scheduling
- ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent food safety credential recognized in Florida
- Experience with P and L oversight, labor cost control, and inventory management
- Strong knowledge of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation food service compliance
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems and restaurant management software such as Toast or Aloha
Restaurant Manager Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a restaurant manager in Florida?
Most restaurant manager roles in Florida require several years of hands-on experience in food service combined with a food safety credential such as the ServSafe Manager Certification, which is widely recognized by Florida employers and aligned with Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation standards. Florida does not require a state-issued manager license for most restaurant roles, but operators holding a public food service establishment license must ensure their managers meet local food safety training requirements. A hospitality or business degree strengthens your application.
Which companies hire restaurant managers in Florida?
Employers hiring restaurant managers in Florida right now include Bob Evans Restaurants, Dunkin', and Shake Shack, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Florida's large tourism and hospitality economy means hotel groups, theme park operators, and multi-unit casual dining chains are among the most consistent sources of restaurant manager openings year-round.
Which Florida cities have the most restaurant manager jobs?
Orlando, Jacksonville, and Miami post the most restaurant manager openings in Florida. Miami's dense concentration of independent restaurants, luxury hotels, and international dining concepts drives heavy demand there, while Orlando's theme park and resort economy sustains a large and consistent pipeline of openings, and Tampa's growing downtown and waterfront dining scene has expanded the market considerably in recent years.
Are there remote restaurant manager jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of restaurant manager openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The portions of the work most suited to remote arrangements tend to be corporate-level or multi-unit roles where scheduling, vendor coordination, reporting, and menu planning can be handled off-site.
How can I get hired as a restaurant manager in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is to start as a shift supervisor or assistant manager at a Florida-based chain or hotel food and beverage outlet, where structured management development programs are common. Large Florida operators such as Darden Restaurants run internal promotion pipelines that move high-performing hourly staff into salaried management roles. Earning a ServSafe Manager certification before applying signals readiness, and a hospitality or culinary management degree from a Florida program adds further credibility for candidates without years of floor experience.
Where can I find and apply to restaurant manager jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to restaurant manager jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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