Assistant Manager — Restaurant Ops & Team Leader

Pollo Tropical; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in Fort Lauderdale seeks an experienced Assistant Manager to oversee daily operations and support a high-performing team culture. You will manage food safety, guest service, and team development while supervising a team of 25+ employees. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in the restaurant industry with supervisory experience and strong communication skills. This position offers an engaging work environment focused on operational excellence and employee growth.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in the restaurant industry, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proficiency with technology systems, including HRIS platforms.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day restaurant operations including food safety and guest service.
• Support team culture through ongoing coaching and accountability.
• Supervise and assist in leading a team of 25+ employees.

Skills

Leadership ability

Team development

Strong communication skills

Operational excellence

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification

Tools

HRIS platforms

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

A popular restaurant chain in Fort Lauderdale seeks an experienced Assistant Manager to oversee daily operations and support a high-performing team culture. You will manage food safety, guest service, and team development while supervising a team of 25+ employees. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in the restaurant industry with supervisory experience and strong communication skills. This position offers an engaging work environment focused on operational excellence and employee growth.