Assistant General Manager - Jasper

Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe; Jasper (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental, and Disability

401(k) matching program

Flexible Schedule

Career Path to Ownership

Paid Time Off

Quarterly Bonus Program

FREE Delicious Meals

Great Environment

No late nights, no early mornings

Job summary

Taziki's Café is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations, manage staff, and ensure guest satisfaction in a fast‑casual setting. You will lead the team, optimize costs, and uphold food safety and quality standards across shifts.

You will drive guest experiences, train and mentor employees, and coordinate with the GM to achieve performance goals while maintaining a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of management experience
• Prior knowledge of Profit and Loss statements preferred
• Food Manager certification to be obtained shortly after starting employment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Proficient with Google Suite
• Willingness to train and mentor staff
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Review store’s P&L, assist in scheduling, and help GM reach cost goals
• Master menu and product knowledge
• Serve guests and build connections
• Lead restaurant and team, set shift tone
• Provide clear, calm directions to staff
• Mentor and develop crew, manage evaluations
• Support or cover kitchen stations when needed
• Assist GM with interviewing and onboarding
• Follow cash handling and payment procedures
• Maintain Health Department standards
• Follow Alcohol Handling policies
• Ensure proper food handling and storage
• Maintain hygiene and appearance

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication skills

P&L knowledge

Google Suite

Team motivation

Training & development

Time management

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Benefits Offered | Wage Information

• Health, Vision, Dental, and Disability Insurance!
• 401(k) matching program for eligible employees!
• Flexible Schedule!
• Career Path to Ownership!
• Paid Time Off!
• Quarterly Bonus Program!
• FREE Delicious Meals!
• Great Environment!
• No late nights, no early mornings!

Management Positions are Full Time only.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing your store’s P&L, assisting in scheduling, and following the GM’s direction to reach cost goals
• Mastering menu and product knowledge
• Serving guests, making meaningful connections with them
• Being responsible for the restaurant and the team working
• Setting the tone for the shift, and giving clear, calm directions to your staff about their duties
• Supervising and mentoring your staff members and managing quality crew development, motivation, training and evaluations
• Supporting or working stations when needed (kitchen included)
• Assist the GM in interviewing, onboarding, and training new employees
• Following proper cash handling and payment procedures
• Maintaining Health Department Standards throughout each shift
• Following proper Alcohol Handling policies and procedures
• Proper food handling and storage of food products
• Maintaining proper hygiene, uniform, and appearance

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age
• Minimum of 1-3 years management experience
• Prior knowledge of Profit and Loss statements preferred
• Working knowledge of Google Suite and computer literacy
• Strong work ethic, desire to exceed guests’ expectations, and a real passion for fresh food
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Looking for the chance to lead a team
• Enjoy the challenge of setting goals and hitting them
• Leadership, customer service, and communication skills
• Ability to train, retain, and motivate quality employees
• Motivated, self-initiated and team-oriented
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Must obtain a Food Manager’s certification shortly after beginning employment

All Employees Must

• Understand and abide by all company standards and policies (provided in your handbook)
• Obtain a Food Manager’s certification shortly after beginning employment

Your Working Conditions/ Hours

A typical work day at Taziki’s may look like:

• Morning shift - 7am - 4pm*
• Mid shift - 10am - 8pm*
• Evenings - 3pm - 10pm*
• Weekends - when applicable
• Holidays - when applicable (always CLOSED Thanksgiving & Christmas!)

*Hours will vary by store.

You may work in a typical restaurant kitchen environment which includes but is not limited to using equipment such as a flattop and char grill, oven, slicer, mixer and food processor.

Your Physical Requirements

• Walking/standing for extended periods
• Reaching
• Bending
• Lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds
• Wiping
• Twisting
• Cooking

Taziki’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Overview

Taziki's Café is a fast-casual restaurant brand with more than 90 locations in 17 states. Our menu is Mediterranean-inspired with a Southern flair, and our mission is to create an environment that combines modern Mediterranean fare with meaningful human connection. We are a family of big-hearted foodies committed to making an impact in our communities!