Assistant Manager

Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay + tips

Paid training

Flexible scheduling

Hands-on management

Growth path

Supportive environment

Job summary

Pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe in Keller, TX is hiring an energetic Restaurant Assistant Manager to help open our new location. You’ll hire, train, and lead a strong team while introducing Keller to our oven-baked sandwiches, pizzas, soups, and salads.

This fast-track role offers hands-on management experience, a clear growth path toward General Manager based on performance, flexible scheduling, and a supportive environment focused on great food and outstanding service.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in restaurant management or supervisory roles
• Ability to hire, train, and develop team members
• Strong communication and accountability for team performance
• Commitment to food quality, cleanliness, and customer service
• Desire to grow into General Manager role within the organization

Responsibilities

• Help lead the restaurant’s opening and daily operations
• Set the pace during busy shifts and keep the team focused
• Train, coach, and encourage team members
• Create a welcoming experience for every guest
• Maintain high standards for food quality, cleanliness, and safety
• Assist with scheduling, inventory, ordering, and cost controls
• Solve problems quickly and calmly
• Work closely with ownership to learn every part of the business
• Prepare to take on greater responsibility toward the General Manager position

Job description

Restaurant Assistant Manager – New Store Opening

Fast-Track Opportunity to General Manager | Starting at $18/Hour + Tips

Location: Pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe

1521 Keller Parkway, Suite 100, Keller, TX 76248

Help Us Open Keller’s New Pickleman’s!

Want more than another restaurant job?

We’re building the opening team for Pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe in Keller, and we’re looking for an energetic Assistant Manager who wants to help create something great from day one.

You’ll help hire, train, and lead a strong team while introducing Keller to our oven-baked sandwiches, pizzas, soups, and salads. Even better, this position is designed for someone who wants to grow into the General Manager, based on performance and readiness.

If you’re a hands‑on leader who can keep the team moving, customers smiling, and the restaurant running smoothly, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Help lead the restaurant’s opening and daily operations
• Set the pace during busy shifts and keep the team focused
• Train, coach, and encourage team members
• Create a welcoming experience for every guest
• Maintain high standards for food quality, cleanliness, and safety
• Assist with scheduling, inventory, ordering, and cost controls
• Solve problems quickly and calmly
• Work closely with ownership to learn every part of the business
• Prepare to take on greater responsibility as you progress toward the General Manager position

What You’ll Get

• Starting pay of $18 per hour, plus tips
• Paid training
• Flexible scheduling
• Hands‑on management experience
• The opportunity to help build a restaurant team from the ground up
• A clear growth path toward becoming General Manager
• A supportive, upbeat environment where good ideas and strong leadership are valued

Who We’re Looking For

You may be a great fit if you:

• Have restaurant leadership experience as a Shift Lead, Assistant Manager, Kitchen Lead, or similar
• Enjoy working alongside your team— not just directing from the sidelines
• Bring positive energy and stay composed when business gets busy
• Care about great food, clean restaurants, and excellent service
• Communicate clearly and hold yourself and others accountable
• Want to build a long‑term career in restaurant management
• Are ready to learn quickly and work toward leading the entire restaurant

Ready to Grow With Us?

This isn’t just an Assistant Manager opening—it’s an opportunity to help launch a new restaurant, shape its culture, and position yourself for the General Manager role.

Picklemans is a fast casual restaurant concept. We offer oven baked sandwiches, pizza, soup and salad for dine‑in, carry‑out or delivery. We are committed to excellent customer service and always delivering superior quality and value every day.