Assistant Manager - Restaurant Operations

We are seeking a hands-on Assistant Manager to support and lead all aspects of restaurant operations. This is a true FOH BOH leadership role—not a kitchen-only or beverage-only position. Ideal candidates are high-energy, decisive leaders who thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments and are ready to run the full operation.Position OverviewAssistant Managers play a critical role in driving guest experience, managing teams, and ensuring operational excellence. Managers are keyholders and are responsible for opening and closing shifts, leading large teams, and maintaining strong cost controls. This role requires stamina, accountability, and a proactive leadership mindset.Key ResponsibilitiesRestaurant Operations & LeadershipLead both Front of House and Back of House operationsManage daily service execution, guest experience, and team performanceServe as a keyholder responsible for opening and closing shiftsLead teams of approximately 60–80 employees per restaurantMaintain high standards for cleanliness, food quality, and servicePeople Management & TrainingCoach, train, and develop hourly team membersSet clear expectations and lead by example on every shiftSupport staffing, scheduling, and labor managementParticipate in onboarding and continuous training initiativesFinancial & Performance ManagementManage labor and food costsSupport inventory controls and operational efficiencyDrive performance metrics tied to guest satisfaction and profitabilityTraining & DevelopmentManager in Training (MIT) Program8-week structured MIT programVery hands-on and performance-drivenApproximately 80% of MITs self-select in or out based on fitSuccess in this role means you:Graduate training confident, humble, and capableCan independently run the full operationLead proactively, not reactivelyFully embrace company systems, culture, and standardsSchedule ExpectationsTypically 5 shifts per week, 10 hours per shift2 consecutive days offManagers often arrive 6–7 AM (restaurants open at 11 AM)Weekends requiredMondays required for all managersGM weekend flexibility comes later, once operations are stabilizedCandidate Requirements2 years of restaurant management experienceFOH and BOH experience requiredFast-casual experience acceptable with strong leadership depthMust be 21 years oldReliable transportation requiredStrong decision-making and leadership presencePhysically able to work long, active shiftsCompany DescriptionRestaurantZone is one of the fastest-growing national recruiting agencies in the hospitality/restaurant space. We are a research-based retained recruitment agency & hybrid tech company that focuses on key roles for restaurants and hospitality. RestaurantZone has been featured in National Restaurant News and Total Foods Service Magazine and has worked with reputable brands like Red Lobster, Vapiano's, Chick-fil-a, Sbarro’s, McDonald's, Domino's, Cracker Barrel, Google, and Facebook. We are the cutting edge of recruiting with tech-savvy recruiters with over 100 collective years of experience working on the team. We have hundreds of jobs to fill and grow! Our recruiters work the entire country and focus on all major locations including Los Angeles, San Diego, New York City, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, Washington DC, Houston, Las Vegas, Denver, Hawaii, and more!

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000