Restaurant Manager Jobs in Maryland
Restaurant Manager jobs in Maryland are concentrated in the Baltimore metro, the Washington D.C. suburbs, and Annapolis, where a dense mix of full-service dining, hospitality groups, and venue-driven food and beverage operations creates consistent demand at every level from assistant manager to multi-unit director. Operators like Marriott International, MGM National Harbor, and Darden Restaurants maintain an active presence across the state and hire regularly for general management, bar and beverage management, and catering and events roles. 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 Maryland
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What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant manager jobs across Maryland.
- Active ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification recognized by the Maryland Department of Health
- Three or more years of supervisory experience in a full-service or high-volume restaurant environment
- Demonstrated ability to manage labor costs, food cost percentages, and P&L accountability
- Experience recruiting, training, and scheduling front-of-house and back-of-house teams
- Working knowledge of point-of-sale systems and restaurant inventory management software
- Strong guest relations skills with a record of maintaining high customer satisfaction scores
Restaurant Manager Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a restaurant manager in Maryland?
The most direct path is to earn a ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification, which Maryland employers treat as a baseline requirement and which aligns with Maryland Department of Health food safety standards. Most hiring managers expect a combination of hands-on kitchen or floor experience and a degree or coursework in hospitality management, culinary arts, or business. Maryland does not issue a separate state restaurant manager license, so the certification plus progressive experience is the standard credential path.
Which companies hire restaurant managers in Maryland?
Employers hiring restaurant managers in Maryland right now include KFC, Longhorn Steakhouse, and Shake Shack, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Maryland's concentration of hotel-anchored food and beverage operations, stadium and entertainment venues, and independent dining groups in Baltimore and the D.C. suburbs makes it one of the more active markets for experienced management candidates.
Which Maryland cities have the most restaurant manager jobs?
The cities with the most restaurant manager openings in Maryland are Baltimore, Laurel, and Salisbury. Baltimore anchors the market with its dense restaurant corridor along the Inner Harbor and Fells Point, while the D.C. suburbs in Bethesda, Rockville, and National Harbor drive strong demand through their hospitality complexes, hotel dining outlets, and high-traffic mixed-use developments.
Are there remote restaurant manager jobs in Maryland?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of restaurant manager openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The portions of the job most likely to shift to partial remote are administrative functions like scheduling, vendor ordering, and reporting, while floor supervision and service execution remain on-site.
How can I get hired as a restaurant manager in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a shift lead or assistant manager role from a senior server, bartender, or line cook position at a high-volume Maryland operation. Large hotel dining programs at properties in Baltimore and Bethesda frequently promote from within and offer structured management development tracks for candidates without formal management titles. Earning a ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification through a Maryland-approved provider gives candidates a concrete credential that signals readiness for added responsibility.
Where can I find and apply to restaurant manager jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to restaurant manager jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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