Assistant Manager - Washington, NC

Tidal Wave Management • Washington, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Manager shares responsibility for the facility and its operations, helping achieve volume, revenue, and profitability goals. This is a hands-on leadership role that works alongside the team and supports a small staff of 10–15 employees. The position combines administrative tasks with operational duties in a fast-paced outdoor environment and offers opportunities for professional development and advancement into higher-level management roles. The schedule is flexible, generally 35–45 hours per week, and may include evenings and weekends based on company needs. Occasional driving for company business may be required.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of leadership experience.
• Quick problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move continuously for extended periods, including up to 8–10 hours per shift.
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach, stoop, climb, and crouch frequently.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, and occasionally more with assistance.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate car wash equipment, hoses, and controls.
• Visual acuity to monitor vehicle condition, equipment function, and safety compliance.
• Ability to work in varying outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, and rain.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respond quickly to safety or operational concerns in a noisy environment.
• Ability to perform job duties safely and effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
• Willingness to work outside normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Valid driver's license and compliance with company driving standards.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check as required by state guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical inclination and experience.
• Restaurant management experience; listed examples include Outback Steakhouse, Texas Roadhouse, Ruby Tuesday, Panera Bread, Starbucks, Longhorn Steakhouse, Chipotle, Cracker Barrel, Red Lobster, TGI Fridays, Boston Market, and Tijuana Flats.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading a team of 10–15 employees and fostering a culture of teamwork and fun.
• Help provide an exceptional guest experience through quality, friendly service.
• Assist with limited administrative work and quick equipment checks.
• Assist with training and developing employees in every position.
• Maintain a clean and organized facility, landscaping, and equipment rooms.
• Help meet and exceed established volume, revenue, and profitability goals.
• Perform hands-on operational duties in an outdoor, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with the opportunity to earn weekly commission.
• Schedule designed to support work-life balance, with flexible scheduling and 35–45 hours per week.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Paid time off, based on company policy.
• Eligibility for health, dental, and vision coverage, subject to a 30-day waiting period.
• Eligibility for a 401(k), subject to plan terms.
• Eligibility for life insurance, short- and long-term disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accidental coverage, subject to a 90-day waiting period.
• Company-paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed