Assistant Manager

Cattlemens; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Leadership development programs

ServSafe certification

Dining discount

Vacation house access

Health benefits

Job summary

Cattlemens Restaurants in California is seeking an Assistant Manager to support daily restaurant operations and cultivate a culture of excellence. You will lead staff, assist in hiring, training, scheduling, and team development while managing service quality and costs.

This role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and work-life balance in a family-owned setting. The position offers bonus opportunities and a path to leadership growth, with a focus on guest satisfaction, safety, and operational

Qualifications

• Two years experience as a restaurant manager in a full service restaurant.
• Ability to train, develop and lead a team.
• Financial management experience.
• Technological skills in the programs listed above, ideal.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and most holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and inspire service staff to deliver Western Syle hospitality.
• Support hiring, training, scheduling, and team development.
• Oversee food & beverage service, inventory, and cost controls.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and a welcoming environment inside and outside the restaurant.
• Partner with leadership on budgets, marketing, and business initiatives.
• Uphold Cattlemens’ commitment to uncompromising hospitality and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Restaurant operations

Team leadership

Communication

Guest service

Scheduling

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Description

$72,000-$83,000/year based on experience and location

Bonus Opportunities Available!

Assistant Manager – Cattlemens Restaurants

Be Part of a Family-Owned Steakhouse Tradition for Over 55 Years!

At Cattlemens, we believe in more than just serving the Best Steaks in the West—we believe in creating a workplace where you matter, your family matters, and your future matters. We are one of the only family-owned and operated steakhouses in the West, proudly serving hand-cut, Harris Ranch Beef for over five decades. Join a team that values hospitality, teamwork, and work-life balance.

What You’ll Do

As an Assistant Manager, you’ll support the General Manager in leading daily restaurant operations while building a culture of excellence. You’ll:

• Lead, coach, and inspire service staff to deliver Western Syle hospitality.
• Support hiring, training, scheduling, and team development.
• Oversee food & beverage service, inventory, and cost controls.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and a welcoming environment inside and outside the restaurant.
• Partner with leadership on budgets, marketing, and business initiatives.
• Uphold Cattlemens’ commitment to uncompromising hospitality and guest satisfaction.

What We’re Looking For

• Hands-on restaurant operations experience (service, food, beverage, and sales).
• Strong people leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to balance operational efficiency with guest service excellence.
• A team-focused, positive leadership style.
• Physical ability to thrive in a fast-paced, on-your-feet environment.

Why Join Cattlemens

At Cattlemens, we’re known for industry-low turnover and being a truly great place to work. As an Assistant Manager, you’ll play a key role in carrying forward our tradition of Western hospitality, quality, and leadership.

• Legacy of Excellence: Over 55 years of serving great steaks and unforgettable experiences.
• Growth from Within: Most of our managers are promoted internally—you’ll mentor the next generation of leaders.
• Real Impact: Every decision you make influences team success, guest satisfaction, and the future of our brand.

Hear from our team: Watch here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5o0i5Rnt1Sc

Perks & Benefits

Development Opportunities

• Tuition Reimbursement for college courses, ESL, or professional certifications.
• Leadership Development Programs at all levels to help you grow.
• ServSafe Certification provided to all managers and leaders.

Lifestyle & Perks

• 50% team member dining discount + one manager meal per shift.
• Access to our Cattlemens Vacation House in Sunriver, Oregon.
• Fun, supportive, fast-paced work environment.

Health & Financial

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability coverage.
• Paid Vacation (based on years of service).
• 401K Retirement Plan (available to hourly & management).
• Cattlemens Cares Fund – financial assistance available to team members in need.

Your Daily Impact

• Recruit, hire, train, and mentor a motivated team.
• Lead food safety and cleanliness initiatives.
• Manage labor, food, and operational costs with precision.
• Ensure every steak is perfectly cooked, every guest leaves smiling.
• Create an environment where team members grow—and have fun doing it.

Join the Cattlemens family and help us continue a tradition of great steaks, great hospitality, and great careers.

Have questions about being a manager or think you might not have the skills? Email us and talk to us, we know what it's like to read an ad and wonder. Tommy Good- [e-mail]

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Requirements

Qualifications:

• Two years experience as a restaurant manager in a full service restaurant
• Ability to train, develop and lead a team
• Financial management experience
• Technological skills in the programs listed above, ideal
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and most holidays