Airport Restaurant Manager - Lead Fast-Paced Team & Growth

SSP America; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

SSP 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching

PTO – Starting at 80 hours a year

6 Premium Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave: 1 hour per 30 hours

Job summary

SSP America is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager for Le Grand Comptoir at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. You will oversee all front-of-house and kitchen activities in a high-volume dining environment, with a focus on food quality, cost control, and team development.

The role requires a high school diploma (associate’s degree preferred), 2+ years in restaurant management, full-service experience, and food handler certification. Proficiency with MS Office and POS systems is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in restaurant/food service with supervisory experience.
• Full-service restaurant management experience required; culinary background a plus.
• Food Handlers’ Card or equivalent certification required.
• Proficient with MS Office and POS systems; strong computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Manage All Front of House and Kitchen Activities.
• Focus on the Food and Cost Control.
• Lead and Develop Team; ensure operational excellence.
• Oversee Systems and Processes; merchandising and displays.
• Forecasting and Budgeting; office management.
• Resolve issues with guests, employees, and stakeholders.

Skills

Restaurant management

Team leadership

Budgeting and forecasting

Food safety knowledge

Customer service orientation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

POS systems

MS Office

Job description

SSP America is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager for Le Grand Comptoir at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. You will oversee all front-of-house and kitchen activities in a high-volume dining environment, with a focus on food quality, cost control, and team development.

The role requires a high school diploma (associate’s degree preferred), 2+ years in restaurant management, full-service experience, and food handler certification. Proficiency with MS Office and POS systems is essential.