Assistant Manager (5 Day Work Week) (F&B)

Le Jardin Fort Canning; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals provided

Career growth opportunities

Performance incentives

Job summary

Le Jardin Fort Canning in Singapore is seeking a passionate, service-oriented Assistant Manager to join our growing café and restaurant team. You will support daily operations, lead the service team, and ensure an outstanding guest experience.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in F&B, strong leadership, excellent communication, and a keen eye for detail in a fast-paced environment. Café/restaurant experience is preferred, with opportunities for career growth and staff meals.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of F&B operations experience, ideally at a supervisory/assistant manager level.
• Experience in café/restaurant environments preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Service-oriented with a positive attitude and attention to detail.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with multitasking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Restaurant Manager in overseeing daily operations and Front of House.
• Lead, supervise, and motivate the service team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Manage reservations, guest flow, and dining experience during service hours.
• Handle customer feedback and service recovery professionally.
• Assist in manpower planning, scheduling, training, and team development.
• Drive outlet performance through upselling, efficiency, and product knowledge.
• Ensure cleanliness, presentation, hygiene, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Customer service

Attention to detail

Tools

POS systems

Job description

A contemporary café and restaurant concept set within a beautiful garden environment surrounded by lush greenery and fresh flowers. Join a fun, passionate, and dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences.

We are currently looking for a passionate and service-oriented Assistant Manager to be part of our growing team.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the Restaurant Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the outlet and Front of House team.
• Lead, supervise, and motivate the service team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain high service standards.
• Manage reservations, guest flow, and overall dining experience during operational hours.
• Handle customer feedback and service recovery professionally and efficiently.
• Assist in manpower planning, staff scheduling, training, and team development.
• Drive outlet performance through upselling initiatives, operational efficiency, and strong product knowledge.
• Ensure cleanliness, outlet presentation, hygiene, and workplace safety standards are consistently maintained.
• Work closely with the kitchen and management team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and service flow.
• Support inventory management, stock ordering, and operational administrative duties.
• Assist in implementing operational procedures, SOPs, and service excellence initiatives.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in F&B operations, preferably in a assistant managerial role.
• Prior experience in a café, restaurant environment preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Service-oriented with a positive attitude and strong sense of responsibility.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Good organisational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a service team.
• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with POS systems preferred.

Why Join Us

• Beautiful and unique working environment
• Staff meals provided
• Performance incentives
• Career growth opportunities
• Young, energetic, and supportive team
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding hospitality group