Assistant Manager - Restaurant

Assistant Manager — Messina Modern Italian Kitchen

We’re looking for a hands-on Assistant Manager to lead floor service Wednesday–Sunday at our busy restaurant near Climate Pledge Arena.

We need someone kind, reliable, and confident who enjoys high-volume service, stays calm under pressure, and helps the team feel supported and ready for a busy night.

What you’ll do:

• Run floor service, lead pre-shifts, assign sections, and manage breaks and cuts to keep labor within 25–30% each shift.
• Stay on the floor, help wherever needed, and keep service moving.
• Step in to bartend or serve tables when needed.
• Handle guest concerns calmly and professionally.
• Manage scheduling and shift coverage.
• Support new-hire training and coach staff with clear, respectful direction.
• Oversee closing, cash handling, and a small amount of admin work.
• Build a positive team culture focused on kindness, respect, teamwork, and hospitality.

What we need:

• Leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Bartending and serving experience, with the ability to confidently cover either role.
• Someone who stays steady when things get busy and makes decisions without needing constant direction.
• Clear communication, strong follow-through, and a team-first attitude.
• Someone approachable who can hold people accountable respectfully.
• Wednesday–Sunday availability, including evenings and weekends.

This is primarily a floor leadership role with minimal admin. We need someone present, engaged, and ready to lead a great service while making both our guests and team feel taken care of.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $76,400.00 per year

Work Location: In person