Assistant Restaurant Manager for Soban K-Town Grill, Manila City

Happyfoods Corporation; Manila; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Security

Remuneration

Work-Life Perks

Uniforms

Growth

Job summary

Happyfoods Group of Restaurants in the Philippines is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead a high-performing team across Kitchen and Dining Operations. You will serve as a floor leader, supervise daily operations, and maintain an inviting restaurant environment.

Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality/Management, at least 3 years in a food service leadership role, and strong leadership with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/College degree in Hospitality/Tourism/Hotel Management or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a related role (Assistant Manager/Manager) in F&B.
• Strong leadership, multitasking, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-floor operations, performing shift manager functions.
• Supervise daily kitchen and front-of-house activities to ensure quality and service.
• Train and certify staff to meet high standards and SOPs.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality/Tourism/Hotel Management

Job description

ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER FOR HAPPYFOODS GROUP OF RESTAURANTS

Happyfoods Group of Restaurants is the visionary team behind some of the Philippines' most celebrated Korean dining concepts. As the Master Franchisee of the award-winning Sariwon Korean Barbecue—a mainstay in Philippine Tatler Dining's Best Restaurants Guide since 2013,we have successfully expanded our portfolio with the modern Soban K-Town Grill and the unlimited concept Sibyullee.

Continuing our growth in 2025, we introduced Samsam Chikin Korean Café + Kitchen at Greenbelt 3 and the premium grilling experience Sogeum by Soban at Opus Mall, Bridgetowne.

We are currently looking for a dynamic Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead our high-performing team and uphold our mission of providing exceptional dining experiences.

Job Overview

The Assistant Restaurant Manager is the Restaurant Manager's vital partner in delivering an exceptional and memorable dining experience. You will serve as a leader on the floor, performing Shift Manager functions while supervising daily operations to maintain an inviting restaurant environment.

Track 1: Assistant Restaurant Manager 1 (Kitchen Operations)

• Focus: Ensures an effective, efficient, safe, and sanitary Kitchen operation at all times.
• Training: Responsible for the orientation, training, and certification of kitchen staff to meet high skill and knowledge standards.
• Quality Control: Guarantees food quality and safety standards are strictly followed.

Track 2: Assistant Restaurant Manager 2 (Dining Operations)

• Focus: Ensures effective, efficient, safe, and sanitary Dining/Front-of-House operations.
• Training: Orients, trains, and certifies dining staff to provide world-class service.
• Customer Experience: Manages the "inviting and welcoming" atmosphere of the restaurant floor.

Applicants must be flexible to work across both Kitchen Operations and Dining Operations tracks as required by business needs.

Job Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's/College Degree in Hospitality/Tourism/Hotel Management, Food & Beverage Services Management, Business Administration, Food Technology, Nutrition, or equivalent.
• Experience: At least 3 years of working experience in a related field (Assistant Manager/Manager) specializing in Food/Beverage/Restaurant Service.
• Skills: Strong leadership, multitasking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Possible Deployment Locations

• Pasig: Ayala Malls The 30th
• BGC
• QC: SM North Edsa
• Manila: Robinsons Manila
• Parañaque: Ayala Malls Manila Bay

Successful candidates must accept assignment to any of the deployment locations based on operational requirements.

What We Offer

• Health & Security: Accident Insurance from day one and 100% employer-paid HMO upon regularization.
• Remuneration: Competitive salary plus tip sharing and performance-based incentives (cash & GCs).
• Work-Life Perks: Daily duty meals across all brands (Sariwon, Soban, Sibyullee, Samsam, and Sogeum).
• Uniforms: 3 complete sets provided after 3 months, with a fresh supply issued annually.
• Growth: A supportive environment focused on career development and annual team-building events.

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