plan and coordinate menus, working closely with the head chef. help develop a wine list. coordinate the operation of the restaurant ensuring that kitchen, bar and waiting staff are working as a team. recruit, train, manage and motivate staff , with a strong focus on delivering excellent customer service. A Restaurant Manager makes sure the restaurant runs smoothly. They hire and train staff following company policies. In addition, Restaurant Managers speak with customers about any concerns or problems, while also creating work schedules.