Assistant General Manager - Happy Daz Restaurants

Happy Daz; Celina (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Employee meals

Flexible scheduling

Team culture

Job summary

Happy Daz is seeking an Assistant General Manager to help lead our team and deliver a great guest experience. You will work closely with the General Manager to keep the restaurant running smoothly and grow as a leader.

This full-time, on-site role requires 1–2 years of supervisory experience, strong communication, and a passion for coaching a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ with 1–2 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Food safety knowledge or certification is preferred.
• Experience leading and mentoring a diverse team.
• Reliable attendance with a positive, team-first attitude.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the GM on scheduling, inventory, ordering, cost control, hiring, and onboarding.
• Share ownership of daily operations – guest service, drive-thru times, labor, and costs.
• Lead crew training, coaching for consistency and retention.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and F&B compliance throughout the restaurant.
• Build relationships with dine-in and drive-thru guests.
• Hold the team accountable for attendance, prep, and cleanliness.
• Address guest concerns using the GRACE service approach.
• Coach and recognize crew members through feedback and evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Guest service

Training & coaching

Communication

Job description

Assistant General Manager

Ready to take the next step in your career? Happy Daz is hiring an Assistant General Manager to help lead our team, sharpen your leadership skills, and deliver a great guest experience every shift. You'll work side-by-side with our General Manager to keep the restaurant running at its best - and grow as a leader while you do it.

What We Offer

• Health insurance with 60% of your premium paid by Happy Daz
• Dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Discounted employee meals
• Flexible scheduling that supports your work-life balance
• A fun, family-friendly team culture

What You'll Do

• Partner with the General Manager on scheduling, inventory, ordering, cost control, hiring, and onboarding
• Share ownership of daily operations - guest service, drive-thru times, labor, and cost of goods
• Lead crew training and cross-training, coaching for consistency and retention
• Champion safety, sanitation, and food and beverage compliance throughout the restaurant
• Build genuine relationships with dine-in and drive-thru guests
• Hold the team accountable for attendance, prep, portioning, and cleanliness standards
• Handle guest concerns using our GRACE service approach
• Coach and recognize crew members through regular feedback and evaluations
• Step in wherever needed across the restaurant, leading by example

What We're Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years old, with 1-2 years of supervisory or management experience
• Open availability and flexibility with a changing schedule
• Food safety knowledge or certification
• Experience leading and mentoring a diverse team
• Reliable attendance and a positive, team-first attitude
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Work Environment

• Full-time, salaried position
• Reports to the General Manager

Happy Daz Restaurants is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service of one another, our employees, the diverse customers we aim to serve, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for each other.