Restaurant Operations Management Jobs
Restaurant Operations Management jobs are open across quick-service, fast-casual, full-service, and hospitality groups, from assistant manager to regional director and VP of operations, with specializations in multi-unit oversight, cost control, and franchise development. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Since 1955, Waffle House has provided outstanding careers and opportunities for professional achievement unmatched in the restaurant industry. We only promote from within, which leads to significant career opportunities with 1,900+ company-owned (not franchised) restaurants, and another 1,000+ in the next 10 years. We are looking to hire high-energy leaders who value long-term career advancement.
No restaurant experience is required. A 3-month paid training program and ongoing personal and career development prepare you for a career as a restaurant manager as well as multi-unit leadership roles.
Career Path
- Restaurant Manager: $65,000 to $85,000 (plus continuous service bonuses and a $6,000 annual bonus for having a 4-year degree)
- District Manager (2-3 restaurants): average time to promotion 1-2 years
- Division Manager (6-9 restaurants): average time to promotion 3-5 years
Company Stock Ownership
- Unique opportunity to invest in Waffle House stock via payroll deductions of up to 10% of your income (eligible after 90 days or when promoted to Restaurant Manager)
- Annual Stock Options granted based on % of income
- Career Stock Options granted at hire and with each career promotion
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for you and your family.
- Three 10-day vacations per year
- Paid Medical Leave, Maternity Leave, and Family Leave available after 1 year of service
- Work a “6 days on and 2 days off guaranteed” schedule (unmatched in the industry)
For more information, visit www.whcareers.com to get your new career started!
Since 1955, Waffle House has provided outstanding careers and opportunities for professional achievement unmatched in the restaurant industry. We only promote from within, which leads to significant career opportunities with 1,900+ company-owned (not franchised) restaurants, and another 1,000+ in the next 10 years. We are looking to hire high-energy leaders who value long-term career advancement.
No restaurant experience is required. A 3-month paid training program and ongoing personal and career development prepare you for a career as a restaurant manager as well as multi-unit leadership roles.
Career Path
- Restaurant Manager: $65,000 to $85,000 (plus continuous service bonuses and a $6,000 annual bonus for having a 4-year degree)
- District Manager (2-3 restaurants): average time to promotion 1-2 years
- Division Manager (6-9 restaurants): average time to promotion 3-5 years
Company Stock Ownership
- Unique opportunity to invest in Waffle House stock via payroll deductions of up to 10% of your income (eligible after 90 days or when promoted to Restaurant Manager)
- Annual Stock Options granted based on % of income
- Career Stock Options granted at hire and with each career promotion
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for you and your family.
- Three 10-day vacations per year
- Paid Medical Leave, Maternity Leave, and Family Leave available after 1 year of service
- Work a “6 days on and 2 days off guaranteed” schedule (unmatched in the industry)
For more information, visit www.whcareers.com to get your new career started!
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant operations management jobs.
- 3 or more years of multi-unit or district-level restaurant management experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage food cost, labor cost, and overall P&L
- Experience with scheduling, inventory, and operations management software
- ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent food safety credential
- Strong track of recruiting, training, and developing hourly and salaried staff
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business, or a related field preferred
Tips for Your Restaurant Operations Management Job Search
Quantify your P&L ownership on your resume
Hiring managers in restaurant operations want to see revenue volume, food cost percentages, and labor cost targets you managed directly. Replace vague phrases like 'oversaw operations' with specific figures tied to your location count and annual sales volume.
Highlight multi-unit experience above single-location work
Roles above general manager almost always require multi-unit or district-level experience. If you've managed more than one location, lead with that in your summary and repeat it in every relevant bullet so recruiters catch it immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists restaurant operations management openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by concept type before applying
Operations practices differ sharply between QSR, fast-casual, and full-service segments. Target listings that match your background, since a director from a counter-service chain will face skepticism applying to fine-dining groups without addressing the gap directly in a cover note.
Prepare a scenario answer for a turnaround situation
Interviewers for operations roles almost always ask how you improved an underperforming unit. Build a specific story covering what metrics were off, the actions you took, and the outcome, and practice delivering it in under three minutes.
Negotiate start date and relocation terms separately from pay
Restaurant operations roles frequently require relocation, and operators often have relocation budgets that aren't surfaced in the initial offer. Confirm the full package, including moving allowance and temporary housing, before accepting, since these costs can be substantial.
Restaurant Operations Management Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a restaurant operations management?
Start by building hands-on experience as a general manager running a single location, with direct accountability for staffing, cost controls, and guest satisfaction. From there, take on multi-unit responsibility as a shift lead or assistant district manager, earn a food safety certification, and develop familiarity with scheduling and inventory platforms. A degree in hospitality or business strengthens your candidacy for corporate-level roles.
Can you get a restaurant operations management job with little experience?
Entry points into restaurant operations management typically require at least a general manager role as a foundation, but candidates with strong GM results can move up faster than the title suggests. Emphasize measurable outcomes like cost reduction, turnover improvement, or revenue growth, take on any multi-unit project or acting-district coverage your current employer offers, and target smaller operators or emerging chains where growth paths are shorter.
What does the restaurant operations management interview process look like?
The process usually begins with a recruiter or HR screen focused on your background and location flexibility, followed by a structured interview with a regional director or VP of operations covering P&L ownership, team leadership, and handling underperforming units. Many employers add a field visit or a case study exercise built around a real operational problem, and finalists often meet with a senior leadership panel before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to restaurant operations management jobs?
You can find and apply to restaurant operations management jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, concept background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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