Assistant Manager

Habit Burger & Grill • Vancouver, WA

5d

About The Position

The Assistant Manager works closely with the General Manager to assist with all daily restaurant operations and coordinate communication and teamwork within the management team to meet restaurant goals. The role helps maintain and grow sales by delivering an exceptional, quality customer experience. Responsibilities include supporting the hiring, onboarding, training, and development of front- and back-of-house Team Members; overseeing restaurant shifts and food quality; maintaining food safety, sanitation, personal safety, appearance, and uniform standards; managing inventory, orders, invoices, labor and food costs, schedules, and restaurant equipment; and ensuring compliance with applicable labor laws and company standards. The position may involve other duties as assigned by the Restaurant General Manager.

Requirements

• Food Manager Certification and/or ServSafe Manager Certificate is required.
• Ability to work a flexible full-time schedule based on restaurant needs.
• Ability to travel occasionally for meetings, conferences, and training.
• Strong knowledge of commonly used restaurant concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of general business practices.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic math skills and computer competency.
• Customer-service focus.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent leadership qualities and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• Two to four years of experience in a related food service management position is preferred.
• High school degree or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding front-of-house and back-of-house Team Members.
• Assist with and supervise training and development for Team Members.
• Ensure food preparation procedures are followed to deliver consistent, quality food.
• Communicate and train Team Members and Shift Leaders on changes to procedures, processes, products, promotions, or equipment.
• Conduct succession-planning one-on-ones with designated Team Members.
• Ensure compliance with personal safety, food safety, sanitation, hygiene, appearance, and uniform standards.
• Manage daily restaurant shift operations, including opening, closing, and mid shifts.
• Increase sales through guest satisfaction and prompt resolution of problems.
• Ensure food quality and availability.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and stocking throughout the restaurant.
• Conduct and manage inventory, place food orders, and process invoices.
• Track and manage labor and food costs to meet restaurant goals.
• Assist in preparing Team Member work schedules.
• Maintain restaurant equipment in working order and request service or repairs when needed.
• Maintain food safety, personal safety, and sanitation standards in accordance with health department regulations and company standards.
• Monitor adherence to applicable labor laws.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned by the Restaurant General Manager.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company-paid long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Vacation pay
• Sick time
• Quarterly bonus programs for managers
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 100% match
• Referral bonus programs
• Employee meal program
• Employee discounts on other food items, both on and off shift
• Competitive pay

What This Job Offers

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