Assistant Restaurant Manager
Job Summary
As an Assistant Restaurant Manager / Service Leader you'll build a dependable front-of-house operation, create consistent guest experiences, and help scale our service standards across shifts. You will expand your leadership by running shifts, mentoring junior staff, and developing practical hospitality and inventory management skills. The role also requires driving upselling and guest engagement to increase revenue and maintain operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily floor operations and ensure smooth guest flow
- Lead and coach the service team across shifts
- Manage inventory control and cost reduction goals
- Drive upselling and guest engagement to improve revenue
Required Skills
- 2 years experience in restaurant or hospitality
- Team Leadership and Team Motivation
- Upselling and Inventory Control
- Problem solving and clear communication
Job Details
Your Growth & Impact
Expand your leadership by running shifts and mentoring junior staff, preparing you for full restaurant management roles.
Build practical hospitality skills through hands-on service, inventory, and cost management in a busy environment.
Strengthen your sales sense by leading upselling and guest experience improvements that increase revenue.
Responsibilities
Operations & Service
- Oversee daily floor operations and ensure smooth guest flow, including opening and closing shift tasks.
- Maintain quality control and consistent service standards, and ensure food safety and hygiene are followed.
- Manage inventory control and collaborate on stock orders to support cost reduction goals.
People & Leadership
- Lead and coach the service team across shifts, focusing on team building and motivation.
- Create clear shift schedules and provide on-the-job training to improve performance and consistency.
Sales & Financial
- Drive upselling and guest engagement to improve average spend per cover.
- Monitor costs and support initiatives that reduce waste and improve profitability.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Approximately 2 years of hands-on experience in restaurant or hospitality roles, ideally in a supervisory position.
- Proven experience handling shifts, basic cash handling, and coordinating with kitchen and suppliers.
Hard Skills & Knowledge
- Team Leadership, Team Building, Team Motivation, and Self-Motivation demonstrated in previous roles.
- Practical skills in Upselling, Inventory Control, Quality Control, Cost Reduction, and general Hospitality operations.
- Familiarity with POS systems and basic stock management is preferred.
Soft Skills & Qualities
- Clear communication, guest-focused attitude, and a calm approach when the service is busy.
- Problem solving, adaptability, and a positive mindset to support the team and daily operations.