Assistant Manager — Restaurant & Bar, Events & Bonus

Stadium Brew Co.; California; On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips eligible

Overtime

Event bonuses

Dining discounts

Job summary

Stadium Brew Co. in Aliso Viejo, CA is seeking an Assistant Manager to partner with the General Manager to run day-to-day operations across the restaurant and bar. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’re on the floor with the team, not behind a desk.

The ideal candidate brings extensive hospitality experience, 21+ years, ServSafe or equivalent certification, strong front- and back-of-house know‑how, and excellent communication. A business or hospitality degree is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid food safety certification required (ServSafe or equivalent).
• Extensive bar knowledge required; bar management experience strongly preferred.
• Previous restaurant or hospitality management experience required.
• Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure.
• Strong understanding of front-of-house and back-of-house operations.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• A customer-first mentality and the ability to lead by example.
• Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality, or a related field is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support staff through daily service, scheduling, and training.
• Own inventory management and vendor ordering.
• Help manage the restaurant's operational budget.
• Enforce SOPs and ensure consistent execution across all shifts.
• Drive marketing efforts, promotions, and community engagement.
• Support event coordination when needed (with bonus earning potential).
• Hire, onboard, and develop team members.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-run facility.
• Resolve guest issues with professionalism and a hospitality-first mindset.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication skills

Hospitality experience

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Stadium Brew Co. in Aliso Viejo, CA is seeking an Assistant Manager to partner with the General Manager to run day-to-day operations across the restaurant and bar. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’re on the floor with the team, not behind a desk.

The ideal candidate brings extensive hospitality experience, 21+ years, ServSafe or equivalent certification, strong front- and back-of-house know‑how, and excellent communication. A business or hospitality degree is a plus but not required.