Assistant Manager - Restaurant

Company Overview
Artichoke Cafe is a distinguished fine dining restaurant dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences in an elegant setting. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, hospitality, and creating memorable moments for our guests.

Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Assistant Manager to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily restaurant operations, ensure superior customer service, and lead our hospitality team with enthusiasm and professionalism. Your leadership will help maintain our high standards in food quality, safety, and guest satisfaction while supporting the overall profitability of the restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily restaurant operations, including shift management and supervising staff performance
• Oversee food preparation, food safety management, and food handling procedures to ensure compliance with health regulations
• Utilize POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for order processing, cash handling, and sales reconciliation
• Lead staff training initiatives focused on customer service excellence, food production, and team development
• Monitor inventory control and food management to minimize waste and optimize stock levels
• Support kitchen management activities including supervising food production, catering, banquet service, and bar operations
• Conduct staff interviews, manage team scheduling, and facilitate effective communication across departments

Experience

• Proven experience in quick service & fast food restaurant environments or casual dining settings with a strong background in restaurant management
• Demonstrated supervisory experience with team leadership and staff training responsibilities
• Familiarity with food safety standards and food industry best practices
• Experience managing hospitality teams in fine dining or catering environments is highly desirable
• Strong skills in management, budgeting, profit & loss analysis, and food service management
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate teams and foster a positive work environment
• Basic math proficiency for cash handling, inventory control, and financial analysis

Join us to be part of a vibrant team committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences. We value energetic leadership that inspires excellence in every aspect of restaurant operation while providing a supportive environment for professional growth.

Pay: $49,800.00 - $60,100.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person