Restaurant Operations Management Jobs in Texas
Restaurant Operations Management jobs in Texas are in strong demand across the state's vast full-service dining, fast-casual, hospitality, and food-and-beverage sectors, with openings at every level from assistant manager to multi-unit director. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio anchor the bulk of hiring activity, where large operators like Darden Restaurants, Brinker International, and Whataburger maintain deep footprints and frequent openings. The most sought-after specialties include multi-unit oversight, cost control and P&L management, and franchise compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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THE RESTAURANT & OPERATIONS MANAGER: provides overall leadership, supervision, and direction on strategic initiatives and operating standards to positively impact business results and exceed the guest experience.
What we are looking for!
- You love working in a fast-paced, multi-faceted Restaurant/Entertainment scene
- You can communicate with the Team Members and Guests in a way that inspires FUN!
- You like immediate gratification! Nothing better than making someone's experience better or inspiring your team to play at a higher level
- You have never met a goal you can't beat
- You can handle 100K days while walking five miles a shift & working an average of 50-hour work weeks
- The ability to oversee all aspects of the business - from the most minor details to the big picture
Requirements
- 21+ years of age
- 2+ years of Restaurant/Hospitality Experience
- Proficient in managing the cost of goods sold and labor
- Ability to lead a team to create a memorable guest experience
- True leadership capabilities
- The ability to work weekends, nights, and holidays
- Not afraid to work in a fast-paced, noisy environment with distracting conditions
What will you be doing daily?
- Developing and leading hourly team members to exceed guest’s expectations
- Demonstrating proactive leadership by ensuring positive staff and guest experiences through personal interactions
- Interacting with guest service-focused team members in areas of recruiting, hiring, coaching, training, and contentious professional development
- Living our core values along with leading others to do so while collaborating with the management team to achieve high-quality and timely results
PERKS!
- Competitive salary
- Quarterly bonus program
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long & Short-term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Buster’s Legacy Fund (Supports team members during difficult times)
- 401K matching plan
- FREE food
- FREE gameplay
- Large leadership team = multiple managers per shift
- FUN work environment
- Grow your career!
- Two FUN brands (Dave & Buster’s and Main Event Entertainment) under one roof = Double the growth opportunities
Dave & Buster’s Inc./Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary Range: 0 - 0
We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify in states where required.
THE RESTAURANT & OPERATIONS MANAGER: provides overall leadership, supervision, and direction on strategic initiatives and operating standards to positively impact business results and exceed the guest experience.
What we are looking for!
- You love working in a fast-paced, multi-faceted Restaurant/Entertainment scene
- You can communicate with the Team Members and Guests in a way that inspires FUN!
- You like immediate gratification! Nothing better than making someone's experience better or inspiring your team to play at a higher level
- You have never met a goal you can't beat
- You can handle 100K days while walking five miles a shift & working an average of 50-hour work weeks
- The ability to oversee all aspects of the business - from the most minor details to the big picture
Requirements
- 21+ years of age
- 2+ years of Restaurant/Hospitality Experience
- Proficient in managing the cost of goods sold and labor
- Ability to lead a team to create a memorable guest experience
- True leadership capabilities
- The ability to work weekends, nights, and holidays
- Not afraid to work in a fast-paced, noisy environment with distracting conditions
What will you be doing daily?
- Developing and leading hourly team members to exceed guest’s expectations
- Demonstrating proactive leadership by ensuring positive staff and guest experiences through personal interactions
- Interacting with guest service-focused team members in areas of recruiting, hiring, coaching, training, and contentious professional development
- Living our core values along with leading others to do so while collaborating with the management team to achieve high-quality and timely results
PERKS!
- Competitive salary
- Quarterly bonus program
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long & Short-term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Buster’s Legacy Fund (Supports team members during difficult times)
- 401K matching plan
- FREE food
- FREE gameplay
- Large leadership team = multiple managers per shift
- FUN work environment
- Grow your career!
- Two FUN brands (Dave & Buster’s and Main Event Entertainment) under one roof = Double the growth opportunities
Dave & Buster’s Inc./Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary Range: 0 - 0
We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify in states where required.
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Restaurant Operations Management Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- KFC16
- Dave & Buster's1
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage17
- Hospitality & Tourism4
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant operations management jobs across Texas.
- Minimum three to five years of progressive restaurant management experience in Texas
- Demonstrated ability to manage P&L, labor costs, and food cost percentages
- Experience leading teams of fifteen or more hourly and supervisory employees
- Familiarity with Texas food handler and food manager certification requirements
- Proficiency with restaurant point-of-sale systems and inventory management software
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business, or a related field preferred
Restaurant Operations Management Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a restaurant operations management in Texas?
Most restaurant operations management roles in Texas require several years of progressively responsible restaurant management experience, typically starting as a shift supervisor or assistant manager. Texas does not require a state license specifically for the management role, but the Texas Department of State Health Services mandates that at least one certified food manager be on staff, so earning a Texas-accredited food manager certification strengthens any application considerably.
How much do restaurant operations managements make in Texas?
Restaurant operations managements in Texas earn a median of about $60,770 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,310 for the lowest 10% to over $98,570 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire restaurant operations managements in Texas?
Employers hiring restaurant operations managements in Texas right now include KFC and Dave & Buster's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas is home to several major quick-service and casual-dining headquarters, meaning corporate and regional operations roles are consistently available alongside unit-level management positions.
Which Texas cities have the most restaurant operations management jobs?
Houston, Austin, and Round Rock lead Texas for restaurant operations management openings, driven by the sheer concentration of national chain headquarters, high-volume urban dining corridors, and convention and hospitality infrastructure that keeps operator demand steady even outside peak seasons.
Are there remote restaurant operations management jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they are rare. Restaurant operations management is fundamentally an on-site role requiring direct oversight of kitchens, staff, and guests, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of restaurant operations management openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively corporate-level roles in training, systems analysis, or multi-unit field support.
How can I get hired as a restaurant operations management in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a shift lead or assistant manager at a high-volume Texas operator, where structured management development programs exist. Chains with large Texas footprints run formal manager-in-training pipelines that move candidates into operations roles within months. Earning a Texas-accredited food manager certification before applying signals readiness, and lateral moves from catering coordination, kitchen management, or retail shift supervision are commonly accepted as equivalent experience by Texas hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to restaurant operations management jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to restaurant operations management jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers actively hiring. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience level and preferred location, and apply directly.
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