Assistant Manager/Botonic Garden

tembusu gardens pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Tembusu Gardens Pte. Ltd. in Singapore is recruiting an Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead front-of-house operations, deliver warm hospitality, and elevate guest experiences in a vibrant street-style dining setting.

You will plan rosters, train teams, coordinate with kitchen, manage guest feedback, and drive sales while upholding health and safety standards. This role requires 1-2 years of full-service restaurant or café management experience and a proactive, team-focused leader.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience managing a full-service restaurant or café.
• A natural leader who motivates, inspires and builds strong teams.
• Highly organised with sharp problem-solving skills.
• Great communicator who connects easily with guests and team members.
• Passion for food, beverages and delivering genuine hospitality.
• Comfortable with POS and reservation systems, with good computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading front-of-house operations, ensuring smooth, efficient and high-quality service.
• Maintain a strong presence on the floor, engaging with guests and enhancing their overall experience.
• Plan staff rosters, conduct daily briefings, and ensure team alignment and productivity.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure seamless communication and consistent food quality.
• Manage guest feedback professionally, resolving issues and maintaining high service standards.
• Drive performance through KPIs, focusing on sales growth, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor budgets, control costs and minimise operational waste.
• Ensure health, safety and sanitation regulations are followed.
• Recruit, train and develop team members to build a motivated and high-performing team.
• Conduct performance reviews and support ongoing staff development.
• Support marketing initiatives, including events and community engagement.
• Prepare and analyse reports on sales and operational performance.
• Uphold company policies and service standards while maintaining the brand identity.

Skills

Leadership

Guest engagement

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

POS & reservations systems

Tools

POS systems

Job description

At Tembusu, we’re not just another café, we’re a vibrant, local street-style dining experience nestled in the heart of the Botanic Gardens. Our people, our food, and our atmosphere define who we are, creating moments that guests remember long after they leave.

We’re on the lookout for a Assistant Restaurant Manager who lives and breathes hospitality, someone who thrives in the buzz of service, leads confidently from the front, and knows how to turn great dining into truly unforgettable experiences. If you enjoy building teams, delighting guests, and being part of something fresh and exciting, we’d love to meet you!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in leading front-of-house operations, ensuring smooth, efficient, and high-quality service.
• Maintain a strong presence on the floor, engaging with guests and enhancing their overall experience.
• Plan staff rosters, conduct daily briefings, and ensure team alignment and productivity.
• Collaborate closely with the kitchen team to ensure seamless communication and consistent food quality.
• Manage guest feedback professionally, resolving issues and maintaining high service standards.
• Drive performance through KPIs, focusing on sales growth, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor budgets, control costs, and minimise operational waste.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Recruit, train, and develop team members to build a motivated and high-performing team.
• Conduct performance reviews and support ongoing staff development.
• Support marketing initiatives, including events and community engagement.
• Prepare and analyse reports on sales and operational performance.
• Uphold company policies and service standards while maintaining the Tembusu brand identity.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience managing a full-service restaurant or café.
• A natural leader who motivates, inspires, and builds strong teams.
• Highly organised with sharp problem-solving skills.
• Great communicator who connects easily with both guests and team members.
• Passion for food, beverages, and delivering genuine hospitality.
• Comfortable with POS and reservation systems, with good computer literacy.
• Willing to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as part of the role.