Assistant Manager — Lead Team & Elevate Guest Experience

The Root Restaurant & Bar; Teterboro (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Career growth opportunities

Paid time off

Shoe allowance

Employee meal privilege

Job summary

Blaze Pizza is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily operations in a fast-paced restaurant environment. You will manage the team in the absence of the Assistant General Manager, ensuring high-quality product, guest service, and safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring 1–2 years of supervisory experience, strong leadership, and the ability to balance cash drawers, inventory, and training responsibilities. This role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and guest service abilities with excellent communication.
• Experience supervising a team in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Basic knowledge of P&L statements and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead restaurant operations to ensure quality, speed, and guest satisfaction.
• Supervise staff and provide daily feedback and performance reviews.
• Handle administrative duties including cash handling, inventory, and safety standards.
• Assist in interviewing, hiring and training new team members.
• Maintain cleanliness and product quality per brand standards.
• Foster a positive guest experience with fast, courteous service.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Communication

Conflict resolution

Supervisory experience

P&L knowledge

Math & accounting

Flexibility

Stand for 8 hours

Lift 35-50 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Blaze Pizza is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily operations in a fast-paced restaurant environment. You will manage the team in the absence of the Assistant General Manager, ensuring high-quality product, guest service, and safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring 1–2 years of supervisory experience, strong leadership, and the ability to balance cash drawers, inventory, and training responsibilities. This role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth.