Assistant Manager

Tommy; New Jersey; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Triple T Hospitality's Tommy's Tavern + Tap in New Jersey seeks an Assistant Manager to support front-of-house operations and maintain exceptional guest service. You will lead a team, enforce standards, and ensure safety and policy compliance while driving revenue and guest satisfaction.

The role requires 2–5 years of high-volume restaurant management, strong communication, and the ability to mentor staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years of high volume full service restaurant management experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead by example and foster a team-oriented environment.
• Solid understanding of restaurant operations and guest service best practices.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for hospitality and a commitment to excellence.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the company.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing front-of-house staff and maintaining high standards of service.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and health, safety, and labor regulations.
• Supervise and motivate staff, schedule activities, and administer corrective actions as needed.
• Develop and mentor team members across all areas.
• Oversee payroll accuracy, opening/closing procedures, and achievement of sales objectives.
• Maintain sanitation and service quality consistent with guidelines.

Skills

Restaurant management

Communication skills

Leadership by example

Guest service excellence

Multitasking under pressure

Hospitality passion

Willingness to learn

Job description

Description

At Triple T Hospitality, our Mission is to achieve “GREATNESS”. Tommy's Tavern + Tap is a dynamic and fast-paced restaurant known for its welcoming atmosphere, exceptional food, and outstanding service. We take pride in delivering a memorable dining experience to our guests while fostering a positive and growth-oriented work environment for our team. We believe that good isn’t good enough - GREATNESS is remembered.

The Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting in managing front-of-house staff, ensuring compliance with company policies, and maintaining high standards of service, quality, and safety. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, organizational skills, and a passion for hospitality.

Requirements

• Exemplify the Triple T Hospitality experience: Dedicate oneself to delivering GREAT guest service, consistently going above and beyond for both guests and team members.
• Assist in supervising, coaching, and motivating front-of-house and back-of-house staff to ensure high performance and morale.
• Schedule, coordinate, and assign activities to front-of-house staff.
• Administer fair, prompt, and consistent corrective actions for policy violations.
• Develop and mentor team members across all areas.
• Supervise and motivate staff to achieve performance goals.
• Ensure adherence to training programs and company guidelines.
• Complete performance reviews in a timely manner.
• Display passion for exceptional guest service and team engagement.
• Ensure compliance with restaurant policies, procedures, and standards.
• Monitor adherence to health, safety, fire, and labor regulations.
• Maintain sanitation standards in accordance with health guidelines.
• Oversee payroll accuracy and monitor profit & loss statements.
• Execute opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures effectively.
• Achieve company objectives in service, quality, and sales.
• Maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Minimum 2-5 years of high volume full service restaurant management experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead by example and foster a team-oriented environment.
• Solid understanding of restaurant operations and guest service best practices.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for hospitality and a commitment to excellence.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the company.