Scarlet Kitchen & Bar - Assistant Manager Full-time

Red Wing Shoe Company • Red Wing, MN

4h • $18 - $23

About The Position

Are you passionate about hospitality and ready to lead with energy, empathy, and excellence? We’re seeking an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to help drive top-tier guest experiences, operational efficiency, and team success in a dynamic food and beverage setting. In this key leadership role, you’ll support the Food & Beverage Manager in overseeing the daily front-of-house operations while contributing to strategic initiatives that enhance guest satisfaction and team performance. Collaborate with the Food & Beverage Manager to execute strategic goals including: Seasonal menu development FOH scheduling and labor planning POS system updates and optimizations Staff recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent, plus 6 months to 1 year of leadership experience in a quality restaurant or banquet setting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and tech-savvy with internet-based systems
• Clear, professional communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to think critically and remain calm under pressure
• Strong leadership instincts with a focus on building trust and team cohesion
• Comfortable interpreting and executing verbal and written instructions
• Attention to detail, a guest-first mindset, and a drive for continuous improvement
• Cultural awareness and the ability to connect with diverse teams and guests

Nice To Haves

• Prior supervisory experience in a fast-paced, high-quality hospitality venue
• Serve Safe or Food Manager Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Passion for service, team development, and creating memorable guest experiences

Responsibilities

• Lead and support servers, bartenders, and support staff to deliver exceptional service
• Set the tone through direct coaching, performance evaluations, and daily leadership
• Uphold and help implement policies, processes, and cleanliness standards
• Act as the acting manager in the absence of the F&B Manager
• Address and resolve guest service concerns with professionalism and care
• Participate in and lead operational improvement projects
• Champion a respectful, inclusive, and high-performing team culture

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• health savings and flexible spending accounts
• life and disability insurance
• generous paid time off and holidays
• a 401(k) match
• employee discounts
• valuable well-being benefits like free EAP services, financial planning assistance, and well-being coaching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree