Restaurant Manager Jobs in Kansas
Restaurant Manager jobs in Kansas are concentrated in Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka, where full-service dining, fast-casual chains, and hotel food and beverage operations drive steady hiring across all seniority levels. Well-established employers such as Darden Restaurants, Applebee's franchisees, and Marriott-affiliated properties maintain ongoing restaurant manager needs throughout the state. The most in-demand specialties include multi-unit oversight, bar and beverage management, and high-volume quick-service operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Our YOU FIRST Philosophy
In addition to no night shifts and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about you! That’s where our YOU FIRST culture begins – each day, we put our employees first and strive to make them happy. They are empowered with an independence to make decisions that will help provide an exceptional breakfast, brunch, or lunch experience for their customers. In fact, we like to say, we love our employees more than bacon. And that says a lot.
A Few of The Perks (and not just the coffee!)
All employees are eligible for the following:
- One Shift - No Night Shifts. Ever.
- Opportunity to grow your career with a great company and great people!
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Meal Discount
- Complimentary premium access to the Calm App, plus 5 gift subscriptions
- Unlimited access to medical and behavioral telemedicine through Cirrus MD
- Tuition Reimbursement & High School Diploma Program
- Life Insurance*
- Short Term Disability*
- Long-Term Disability*
- Dental*
- Vision*
- Health Insurance*
- Total Pet Plan*
- Supplemental Insurance (accident, critical illness, indemnity) *
- Perks at Work (over 30,000 discounts on purchases for travel, fitness, auto event tickets & more)
- Childcare Discount Program
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(K) Retirement Savings Program**
- Employees are eligible the first of the month after 60 days of employment
**Employees are eligible after one year of employment
Responsibilities
- Learns and supports our You First culture and core values
- Puts their supervisory skills to work, making sure daily operations runs according to plan and with high standards
- Understands that we source great food for a reason and that our recipes must be followed
- Knows the restaurant sales and traffic goals – and works to exceed them
- Coaches and observes the First Watch Five Steps of Service being implemented at every table
- Understands the background story of our 10 Commandments – and puts them into action
- Responds with a sense of urgency to both customer and employee concerns
- Communicates and takes immediate ownership of repair and maintenance issues
- Is certified in food safety – and identifies and coaches in all areas of safe food handling
- Is continuously scouting for and interviewing candidates to join our team
- Keeps our company assets secure; including computers, point of sale, security systems and equipment
- Understands the key responsibilities of every position in the restaurant
- Puts an immediate stop to any inappropriate behavior, investigates as needed
- Trains, coaches, and develops team members daily
- Recognizes performance that goes above and beyond
- Accounts for all daily revenues and deposits
- Completes our admin duties – and gets required paperwork in on time
Our YOU FIRST Philosophy
In addition to no night shifts and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about you! That’s where our YOU FIRST culture begins – each day, we put our employees first and strive to make them happy. They are empowered with an independence to make decisions that will help provide an exceptional breakfast, brunch, or lunch experience for their customers. In fact, we like to say, we love our employees more than bacon. And that says a lot.
A Few of The Perks (and not just the coffee!)
All employees are eligible for the following:
- One Shift - No Night Shifts. Ever.
- Opportunity to grow your career with a great company and great people!
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Meal Discount
- Complimentary premium access to the Calm App, plus 5 gift subscriptions
- Unlimited access to medical and behavioral telemedicine through Cirrus MD
- Tuition Reimbursement & High School Diploma Program
- Life Insurance*
- Short Term Disability*
- Long-Term Disability*
- Dental*
- Vision*
- Health Insurance*
- Total Pet Plan*
- Supplemental Insurance (accident, critical illness, indemnity) *
- Perks at Work (over 30,000 discounts on purchases for travel, fitness, auto event tickets & more)
- Childcare Discount Program
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(K) Retirement Savings Program**
- Employees are eligible the first of the month after 60 days of employment
**Employees are eligible after one year of employment
Responsibilities
- Learns and supports our You First culture and core values
- Puts their supervisory skills to work, making sure daily operations runs according to plan and with high standards
- Understands that we source great food for a reason and that our recipes must be followed
- Knows the restaurant sales and traffic goals – and works to exceed them
- Coaches and observes the First Watch Five Steps of Service being implemented at every table
- Understands the background story of our 10 Commandments – and puts them into action
- Responds with a sense of urgency to both customer and employee concerns
- Communicates and takes immediate ownership of repair and maintenance issues
- Is certified in food safety – and identifies and coaches in all areas of safe food handling
- Is continuously scouting for and interviewing candidates to join our team
- Keeps our company assets secure; including computers, point of sale, security systems and equipment
- Understands the key responsibilities of every position in the restaurant
- Puts an immediate stop to any inappropriate behavior, investigates as needed
- Trains, coaches, and develops team members daily
- Recognizes performance that goes above and beyond
- Accounts for all daily revenues and deposits
- Completes our admin duties – and gets required paperwork in on time
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Restaurant Manager Job Market in Kansas
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What Kansas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant manager jobs across Kansas.
- Minimum two years of restaurant management or supervisory experience in food service
- ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent Kansas-accepted food safety credential
- Demonstrated ability to manage scheduling, labor costs, and daily operations
- Experience recruiting, training, and developing hourly and shift-lead staff
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems and basic inventory management tools
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as operational needs require
Restaurant Manager Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a restaurant manager in Kansas?
Most restaurant manager roles in Kansas require a combination of hands-on food service experience and a recognized food safety credential, most commonly the ServSafe Manager Certification accepted statewide. Kansas does not require a state-issued management license for most restaurant settings, though individual counties may require a food handler's permit. Employers typically look for candidates who have progressed through shift lead or assistant manager roles before stepping into a general manager position.
Which companies hire restaurant managers in Kansas?
Kansas restaurant manager roles are posted by First Watch, Dunkin', and Popeyes and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Kansas's mix of national franchise operators, regional chains, and hotel food and beverage outlets means hiring stays active across both urban centers and mid-size communities throughout the state.
Which Kansas cities have the most restaurant manager jobs?
Wichita, Topeka, and Leawood have the most restaurant manager openings in Kansas. Wichita leads as the state's largest metro with a dense concentration of full-service and fast-casual dining, while Kansas City's cross-border economy and hospitality corridor sustains strong demand, and Topeka's government, healthcare, and university sectors support a stable food service market with consistent management openings.
Are there remote restaurant manager jobs in Kansas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of restaurant manager openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The portions of the job most suited to remote work include scheduling, vendor coordination, and reporting tasks, though core responsibilities such as floor supervision and staff management require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a restaurant manager in Kansas with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is starting as a shift lead or assistant manager at a high-volume Kansas employer, such as a Darden or franchise Applebee's location, where internal promotion to general manager is common. Earning a ServSafe Manager Certification before applying gives candidates a measurable edge. Wichita-area hotel groups and casino food and beverage operations run structured assistant manager training programs that routinely hire candidates transitioning from front-of-house or kitchen supervisor roles.
Where can I find and apply to restaurant manager jobs in Kansas?
You can find and apply to restaurant manager jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location preference and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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