Assistant Restaurant Manager

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to support the daily operations of our restaurant. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for food service, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences. This role involves supervising staff, ensuring food safety standards, managing restaurant operations, and maintaining a welcoming environment for guests. Previous restaurant management experience and familiarity with food industry best practices are essential to succeed in this position.

This role will have a fairly set schedule. Tuesday - Saturday, 4pm - 11:00pm.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Restaurant Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations to ensure smooth service and high-quality food delivery
• Supervise and motivate team members, including interviewing, hiring, training, and evaluating staff performance
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and proper food handling procedures
• Manage POS systems such as Micros POS for order processing and cash handling responsibilities
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to maintain quality standards
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely service
• Handle customer inquiries, resolve complaints promptly, and foster positive guest relations
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed
• Support team management tasks including scheduling shifts and maintaining a productive work environment
• Uphold hospitality standards by creating an inviting atmosphere for guests

Experience

• Proven supervisory experience in a restaurant or food service environment
• Strong background in food preparation, cooking, and food safety protocols
• Familiarity with POS systems such as Micros POS or similar platforms
• Experience with restaurant management, including team management, cash handling, and customer service excellence
• Previous roles involving food industry knowledge, hospitality services, or hotel experience are highly valued
• Experience in serving, bartending (Barista experience is a plus), or kitchen operations is advantageous
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage teams effectively and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC V6C 1C8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• FOH Full Service Restaurant: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person