Assistant Manager - Nikuya Rooftop

Nikuya Rooftop is seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Manager to join our Fort Worth team. We are looking for a hands-on hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced, upscale dining environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.

The Assistant Manager will support restaurant leadership in overseeing daily operations, developing team members, maintaining service standards, and ensuring a seamless dining experience. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who enjoys being actively involved in service and understands the attention to detail required in an elevated hospitality setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Supervise and support front-of-house employees, including servers, bartenders, hosts, and support staff.
• Maintain high standards for hospitality, service, cleanliness, and restaurant presentation.
• Lead pre-shift meetings and communicate daily service priorities.
• Train, coach, and develop employees while maintaining accountability and professionalism.
• Oversee opening and closing procedures, ensuring all responsibilities are completed properly.
• Manage reservations, dining room flow, table turnover, and service pacing.
• Address guest concerns professionally and ensure effective service recovery.
• Maintain strong knowledge of sushi, Japanese cuisine, sake, wine, spirits, and craft cocktails.
• Work closely with the culinary and sushi teams to ensure consistency, quality, and timely service.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, and operational cost controls.
• Support special events, VIP experiences, and private dining reservations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and TABC regulations.
• Lead by example with a professional, positive, and hands-on management approach.

Qualifications

• 2 years of restaurant supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Experience in upscale dining, sushi restaurants, or Japanese cuisine strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of elevated hospitality and service standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to train, motivate, and hold employees accountable.
• Comfortable managing a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment.
• Knowledge of sushi, sake, wine, and craft cocktails is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• TABC and Food Handler/Manager certifications preferred.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a hands-on leader who is passionate about hospitality and takes ownership of the guest experience. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and confident managing a team while remaining actively involved on the floor.

At Nikuya Rooftop, we believe exceptional hospitality comes from teamwork, consistency, and attention to detail. We want someone who leads by example, builds a positive team culture, and takes pride in delivering memorable dining experiences.

About Nikuya Rooftop

Located atop The Sinclair in Downtown Fort Worth, Nikuya Rooftop offers an elevated Japanese-inspired dining experience featuring premium sushi, Japanese A5 Wagyu, creative cocktails, and stunning rooftop views. Our concept combines refined cuisine, vibrant energy, and exceptional hospitality in a unique rooftop setting.

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Downtown Fort Worth, TX

If you are passionate about hospitality, enjoy leading a team, and are ready to advance your restaurant management career, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Nikuya Rooftop team.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $65,000