Assistant Manager - Bar Marti

The Cooper; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cooper's Bar Marti is seeking an Assistant Manager to support day-to-day restaurant operations, ensuring an exceptional guest experience on Bar Marti's rooftop in Charleston.

You will assist in staffing, budgeting, and vendor coordination, maintain service standards, and lead pre-meal meetings and performance evaluations. A strong background in luxury hotel dining and staff development is preferred.

Qualifications

• College or vocational degree in hotel/restaurant management, sales, or marketing.
• Minimum five years in a leadership role in a 4- or 5-star restaurant; at least three in management.
• Accounting, budgeting, and financial statement knowledge.
• Ability to communicate with guests, suppliers, and staff clearly.
• Knowledge of state/federal labor and liquor laws.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Restaurant Manager in overseeing all operations, staffing, scheduling, and inventory.
• Supervise the floor during service and coordinate dining room functions.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and cost-control measures.
• Review profits and payroll expenses.
• Ensure guest satisfaction and handle complaints.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Financial statements

Staff management

Guest service

Compliance knowledge

Communication

Staff scheduling

Education

Hotel management degree

Job description

## Assistant Manager - Bar MartiApply: The Cooper: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R-103292The primary role of the **Assistant Manager** at **Bar Marti** is to support the day-to-day operations of the restaurant and ensure an exceptional guest experience. Assist the Manager in overseeing colleagues, managing finances, and maintaining high standards of service and quality. **About Bar Marti:**Perched on the fourth floor, this rooftop hangout serves coastal-inspired cocktails and bites by our spectacular infinity pool. Bar Marti is exclusive to hotel guests, providing an intimate setting to admire Charleston’s most unforgettable view.**HOURS OF OPERATION**Bar: 10:30AM – 7PMDining: 10:30AM – 7PM **DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Assist the Restaurant Manager in overseeing all aspects of restaurant operations, including staffing, scheduling, and inventory management.* Be thoroughly familiar with all menu items, specials, beverages, etc.* Maintain safe working conditions and practices.* Conduct daily pre-meal meetings with service staff.* Supervise the floor during operation. Coordinate all functions in the dining room during service.* Set service staff schedules.* Monitor and handle guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.* Review departmental profits, payroll expenses, etc.* Review and maintain other expense control sheets.* Identify and implement methods for efficiency and reduction of payroll costs.* Administer pay increases according to length of service, performance evaluation, and hotel policy standards.* Assist in the development of new marketing ideas within the department.* Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly budget forecasts.* Conduct performance evaluations and disciplinary procedures.* Expedite table turnover and table resetting.* Coordinate and supervise the ordering of all supplies. Conduct the monthly inventory of supplies.* Negotiate with external vendors. **REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:*** College or vocational degree required, preferably in hotel/restaurant management, sales, or marketing.* Minimum five years of experience in a leadership position in a 4- or 5-star restaurant, with a minimum of three years of progressive management.* Accounting, budgeting, and financial statement working knowledge.* Proven leadership qualities.* Full working knowledge of restaurant operations, budgets, and management.* Ability to communicate with hotel guests, suppliers, and employees to their understanding.* Knowledge of all applicable State/Federal labor, liquor, and restaurant laws & regulations.* Ability to provide friendly, efficient, and courteous service to guests.* Ability to analyze written reports and prepare written or typed reports.* Ability to access, input, and retrieve information on the computer system.* Ability to work independently and exercise judgment to resolve personnel and production issues that arise during daily operations.* Ability to handle the stress inherent in overseeing operations, interacting with colleagues, and resolving guest problems.* Ability to work under pressure, be organized, self-motivated, and work well with others.* Strong positive attitude and ability to initiate a light conversation with guests.* Knowledge of hotel property and operating hours of each guest service area. Basic knowledge of Charleston and the surrounding areas.* Ability to provide legible communication.* Must be able to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner.* Ability to work effectively and relate well with senior management, colleagues, subordinates, and individuals inside and outside the hotel.* Understanding of the luxury hotel environment.* Additional foreign language skills are a plus.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a colleague to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:* Must be able to lift equipment, supplies, etc., of at least 30 pounds.* Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure.* The role may require extended periods of time on your feet, especially during peak hotel hours or events.* Clear vision is important for reading reports, analyzing data, and overseeing (enter department) activities.* Good hearing is necessary for effective communication with colleagues, guests, and stakeholders. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.