Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and motivated Assistant Manager with a strong focus on beverage service to join our dynamic restaurant team. In this pivotal role, you will lead daily operations, ensure exceptional customer experiences, and drive sales growth through effective team management and operational excellence. Your passion for hospitality, combined with your beverage expertise, will help create a lively, welcoming environment that keeps guests coming back. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your management skills while working in a fast-paced, vibrant setting.
Responsibilities
- Oversee beverage service operations, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation across all outlets
- Lead and motivate the restaurant team to deliver outstanding customer service and foster a positive work environment
- Manage staff scheduling, training, and development to optimize team performance and ensure adherence to food safety and hygiene standards
- Control inventory levels for beverages and related supplies, conducting regular stock checks and minimizing waste
- Place weekly order with vendors for beer, wine and spirits
- Create fun and appealing beverage specials to feature during happy hour and busy nights
- Supervise food preparation processes related to beverages, including cocktail mixing, to make sure recipes are consistent and presented appropriately
- Monitor financial performance through profit and loss analysis, budgeting, and cost control measures to maximize profitability
- Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations and maintain cleanliness standards in the bar and dining areas
- Assist in hiring new team members through interviewing processes and support ongoing staff training initiatives
- Handle customer inquiries or complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction and promote repeat business
Requirements
- Proven experience in food service management with a focus on beverage operations in casual dining or hotel environments
- Demonstrated leadership skills in supervising hospitality teams, including training, coaching, and performance management
- Strong knowledge of POS systems and experience with cash handling procedures
- Familiarity bartending, inventory control, liquor ordering
- Excellent communication skills for managerial tasks such as interviewing staff, team training, and customer service interactions
- Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Basic computer skills and knowledge of word, excel and email
Join us if you’re passionate about delivering memorable hospitality experiences! We value energetic leaders who thrive on teamwork, innovation, and excellence. This role is perfect for those looking to grow their management career within a vibrant restaurant environment that is locally owned and operated
Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Experience:
- Restaurant management: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- NM server license (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
