Assistant Manager

The Smoked Taco - St George; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Smoked Taco - St George in Saint George, UT is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily restaurant operations, coach team members, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You will work closely with the General Manager, drive performance, and develop Shift Leaders and Crew Members into future leaders.

Responsibilities include staffing, scheduling, training, inventory and cost controls, maintaining safety and sanitation standards, and handling guest concerns with a positive, energetic

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in restaurant, retail, or hospitality environments.
• Ability to coach and develop others.
• Strong team-building and communication skills.
• Focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Decisive problem solving and ownership mindset.
• Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Dependable attendance and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager with daily restaurant operations.
• Lead by example, maintaining an energetic, team‑focused environment.
• Coach, develop, and motivate Crew Members and Shift Leaders.
• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training.
• Develop Shift Leaders and Crew Members into future leaders.
• Deliver fast, friendly, and memorable guest experiences.
• Ensure high standards for food quality, cleanliness, hospitality, and execution.
• Lead shifts, ensure proper staffing, and manage scheduling with the GM.
• Monitor labor, food costs, inventory, waste, and performance metrics.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, and cost controls.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company standards.
• Manage opening and closing procedures.
• Handle guest concerns professionally and find positive solutions.
• Hold team members accountable with a supportive approach.
• Identify opportunities to improve operations and guest experience.
• Take ownership of operations when the General Manager is not present.

Skills

Leadership experience

Coaching

Team development

Guest service

Decision making

Organization

Multitasking

Job description

At The Smoked Taco, we're serving up bold flavors, unforgettable experiences, and a workplace that's just as exciting as our food.

We're a growing restaurant brand built on great food, great people, and genuine hospitality. Our Assistant Managers play a key role in bringing it all together - supporting the General Manager, developing the team, driving restaurant performance, and creating an environment where both employees and guests want to come back.

If you're a motivated leader who loves working with people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is ready to take the next step in your restaurant leadership career, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As an Assistant Manager, you'll partner closely with the General Manager to lead daily restaurant operations, develop your team, and ensure every guest receives an exceptional experience.

Your responsibilities include:

• Supporting the General Manager with the overall day-to-day operation of the restaurant
• Leading by example and creating a positive, energetic, and team-focused work environment
• Coaching, developing, and motivating Crew Members and Shift Leaders
• Assisting with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training new team members
• Helping develop Shift Leaders and Crew Members into future restaurant leaders
• Delivering fast, friendly, and memorable guest experiences
• Ensuring fresh, high-quality food is prepared consistently according to company standards
• Maintaining high standards for food quality, cleanliness, hospitality, and restaurant execution
• Leading shifts and ensuring the restaurant is properly staffed and prepared for business
• Supporting scheduling and staffing needs in partnership with the General Manager
• Monitoring labor, food costs, inventory, waste, and other restaurant performance metrics
• Assisting with inventory management, ordering, product rotation, and cost controls
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company operating standards
• Managing opening and closing procedures
• Handling guest concerns professionally and finding positive solutions
• Holding team members accountable while maintaining a supportive and respectful environment
• Identifying opportunities to improve restaurant operations, team performance, and the guest experience
• Taking ownership of restaurant operations when the General Manager is not present

What We're Looking For

We're looking for leaders who:

• Have previous restaurant, food service, retail, hospitality, or customer service leadership experience
• Enjoy coaching, mentoring, and developing others
• Lead by example with energy, accountability, and a positive attitude
• Thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Communicate effectively with guests, team members, and restaurant leadership
• Are confident making decisions and solving problems
• Take ownership of results and continuously look for ways to improve
• Are organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Care about creating a great experience for both guests and employees
• Are excited about growing their leadership career with a growing restaurant brand

Previous Assistant Manager or restaurant management experience is preferred, but we're also excited to develop strong Shift Leaders who are ready for their next challenge.

Requirements

• Previous leadership experience in a restaurant, retail, hospitality, or customer service environment preferred
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Reliable attendance and transportation
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds

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