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How much does a Restaurant Operations Manager make in the United States? The average Restaurant Operations Manager salary in the United States is $58,000 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $52,600 and $65,200. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Restaurant Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Restaurant Operations Manager Salary $47,684 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Restaurant Operations Manager Salary $52,600 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Restaurant Operations Manager Salary $58,000 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Restaurant Operations Manager Salary $65,200 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Restaurant Operations Manager Salary $71,755 US March 26, 2024
25% $52,600 10% $47,684 90% $71,755 75% $65,200 $58,000 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Restaurant Operations Manager trains, hires, and schedules other employees. Responsible for overall operations of the restaurant, which may include overseeing the staff, monitoring inventory, purchasing equipment and supplies, and ensuring quality customer service and compliance with all food and beverage regulations. Being a Restaurant Operations Manager typically reports to top management. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. The Restaurant Operations Manager supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Thorough knowledge of department processes. Working as a Restaurant Operations Manager typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Restaurant Assistant General Manager

    3 + years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Restaurant Operations Manager

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  3. Up a level:

    Restaurant Sales/Operations Regional Manager


    Bachelor's Degree

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