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Posted 12 August, 2026

Restaurant Manager Full Service/bar

Gecko Hospitality VA/DC
Newport News, VA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Assistant Restaurant Manager – Full-Service with Bar Operation
Location: Newport News, VA
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 (Base)
Benefits: Full Benefits Package
Are you ready to take your restaurant management career to the next level? We’re seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our dynamic team at an exciting, independently owned full-service restaurant with a bar operation in Newport News, VA.
This is not your typical corporate chain environment. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact, work in a supportive atmosphere, and enjoy a 5-day workweek with a comfortable work/life balance.
Why Join Us?

  • Growth Potential: With ownership expansion on the horizon, there’s a realistic path to advance to a General Manager (GM) role.
  • Exciting Venue: Be part of a vibrant, non-corporate restaurant that values creativity, quality, and exceptional guest experiences.
  • Full Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being.
    What We’re Looking For:
  • Experience: A minimum of 2 years of full-service restaurant management experience is required.
  • Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage a team effectively.
  • Passion: A genuine love for the restaurant industry and a commitment to delivering outstanding service.
    Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee daily operations of the restaurant and bar.
  • Lead and motivate staff to ensure exceptional guest experiences.
  • Manage inventory, scheduling, and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with ownership to implement strategies for growth and success.
    If you’re a qualified restaurant manager looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your career, we’d love to hear from you!
    How to Apply:
    Send your resume to Tom Bull
    Take the next step in your career and join a team where your skills and passion will truly shine!
\nCompany Description

Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of restaurants, catering, grocery store, corporate dining, senior living, healthcare foodservice, K-12 foodservice, and higher education foodservice positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.

With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision-makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.

Our national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From fast food to fine dining and grocery stores to senior living, Gecko recruits chef and management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.