Assistant Manager

Habit Burger & Grill • Los Angeles, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Assistant Manager at Habit Burger & Grill, you will work closely with the General Manager to assist with all daily restaurant operations. You will coordinate communication and teamwork within the management team to meet restaurant goals. This position helps maintain and grow sales by delivering an exceptional, quality customer experience. The role includes managing restaurant shifts, supporting team hiring and development, maintaining food and safety standards, and overseeing inventory, ordering, labor, and food costs. The position operates in a kitchen environment with exposure to heat, steam, fire, and noise, and requires physical activity including standing for long periods and lifting.

Requirements

• Food Manager Certification and/or ServSafe Manager Certificate 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 and orientation.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent leadership qualities and professionalism.
• Able to reach, bend, and stoop; frequently lift up to 40 pounds and have the ability to lift up to 55 pounds.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Manual dexterity, auditory and visual skills, and ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding front-of-house and back-of-house team members.
• Assist with and supervise training and development of team members.
• Ensure standard operating procedures are followed for consistent food preparation and quality.
• Communicate and train team members and shift leaders on new or changed procedures, processes, products, promotions, and equipment.
• Conduct succession-planning one-on-ones with designated team members.
• Ensure team members comply with personal safety, food safety, sanitation, hygiene, appearance, and uniform standards.
• Manage daily restaurant shift operations, including opening, closing, and mid shifts.
• Increase sales by ensuring 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 as 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 insurance.
• Company-paid long-term disability.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance.
• Vacation pay.
• Sick time.
• Quarterly manager bonus programs.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 100% match, as advertised.
• Referral bonus programs.
• Employee meal program.
• Employee discounts on other food items, both on and off shift.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

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