
Assistant Manager
Required skills
- coach
- motivate
- hold accountable
- reliable attendance
- flexible availability
- guest service
- food safety
- cleanliness
- operational standards
- safety procedures
Role summary
GDLP Restaurants is seeking an Assistant Manager to partner with the General Manager in leading restaurant operations, developing team members, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience. This role involves coaching leaders, maintaining operational excellence, and fostering a culture of accountability and growth. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, strong leadership and communication skills, and previous restaurant leadership experience is preferred. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, guest service, food safety, hiring, scheduling, cost monitoring, and administrative tasks, all while leading by example and contributing to restaurant profitability and a positive team culture. This position is a stepping stone to future General Manager opportunities.
- Positive attitude with a passion for developing others.
- Previous restaurant leadership experience preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Food Handler Certification.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to coach, motivate, and hold others accountable.
- Reliable attendance.
- Flexible availability.
- Lead daily restaurant operations alongside the General Manager.
- Coach, develop, and support Shift Leaders and team members.
- Deliver exceptional guest service and resolve guest concerns professionally.
- Ensure food safety, cleanliness, and operational standards are consistently met.
- Ensure safety procedures are followed to keep teams and guests safe.
- Assist with hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and team development.
- Monitor labor, sales, inventory, and controllable costs.
- Support restaurant profitability through strong operational execution.
- Complete administrative tasks accurately and on time.
- Ensure company policies, procedures, and brand standards are followed.
- Lead by example and create a positive, inclusive team culture.
- Step into any position as needed to support restaurant success.
- You lead with integrity and accountability.
- You build strong teams through coaching and recognition.
- You communicate clearly and effectively.
- You stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
- You solve problems quickly and confidently.
- You embrace change and continuous improvement.
- You create a positive experience for guests and team members.
- Complete all required training.
- Successfully complete required certifications.
- Continue developing leadership and business skills.
- Help prepare future leaders through coaching and mentorship.
- Build the skills needed for future General Manager opportunities.
- Stand and walk for extended periods.
- Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Frequently bend, reach, squat, twist, and kneel.
- Work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Safely operate restaurant equipment.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Training
- Free Shift Meal
- Career Growth Opportunities
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