Assistant Manager

KIJUNG HOSPITALITY GROUP INC • Irvine, CA

21d • $73,000 - $73,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Manager is responsible for the restaurant’s daily operations, ensuring compliance with company standards and directing staff to provide guests with a positive dining experience. The role includes maintaining smooth and efficient service, food quality and safety, employee development, guest satisfaction, and effective management of cash and inventory. The Assistant Manager also performs other duties as assigned by the Restaurant Manager or other senior leadership.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Foodservice Management Certification.
• 2–4 years of leadership experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Ability to lift or move objects up to 40 pounds.
• Customer service skills.
• Problem-solving, organizational, and planning skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• 2–4 years of leadership experience in a full-service restaurant setting.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee restaurant operations to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Execute service standards to provide excellent guest experiences.
• Create and manage staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage.
• Maintain high food quality standards in dishes prepared and served.
• Enforce health and food safety standards and regulations.
• Participate in recruiting, hiring, and training new employees.
• Monitor employee performance and provide feedback for improvement.
• Coach and develop team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
• Address and resolve guest complaints in a timely and effective manner.
• Enforce company policies and procedures.
• Handle money accurately and responsibly, including cash management and reconciliation.
• Conduct inventory counts, place orders, and reconcile supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Restaurant Manager or other senior leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, supplemental life, disability, hospital, and accident insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan after 90 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave accrues at 1 hour per 30 hours worked, with a carryover cap of 80 hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED