Assistant Restaurant Manager

Kona-Grill; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Dining Discounts

Complimentary Onsite Meals

Career Development & Limitless Growth

Paid Sick Time

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter and Dependent Care Benefits

Job summary

The One Group in Columbus is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily front-of-house and back-of-house operations, ensuring service excellence and staff performance while driving guest satisfaction and financial results.

You’ll lead a high-energy team, implement hospitality standards, manage schedules, and partner with leadership on marketing and promotions to grow guest traffic. EVerify is used for U.S. employment eligibility.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in restaurant management
• Strong customer service and guest experience focus
• Extensive food and beverage knowledge and menu education
• Familiarity with restaurant management software (OpenTable, POS, etc.)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage budgets and P&L

Responsibilities

• Operations Leadership: oversee daily front-of-house and back-of-house management and staff coverage.
• Team Development & Staffing: recruit, hire, onboard, train, and mentor top talent.
• Guest Satisfaction & Brand Development: ensure exceptional service and elevate guest experience.
• Financial & Business Performance: monitor revenue/expenses, optimize costs, generate reports.

Skills

Proven leadership

Guest experience focus

Food & beverage knowledge

OpenTable / POS software

Financial management

Team development

Problem solving

Tools

OpenTable

Avero

POS systems

Job description

Join the Global Leader in Vibe Dining!

Why Join Our Team?

• Industry-Leading Compensation:
  • Opportunities for Merit-Based Raises & Performance Incentives - Rewarding dedication, skill, and excellence in the Vibe Dining Experience.
  • Up to 10% of the base salary in performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Group Life and Disability Insurance
  • Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan
• Exclusive Perks & Growth Opportunities
  • Employee Dining Discounts and/or Complimentary Onsite Meals
  • Career Development & Limitless Growth Opportunities
  • If you reside in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington, D.C., you are entitled to Paid Sick Time in accordance with state and local regulations.
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Commuter and Dependent Care Benefits

What You’ll Do

As a Restaurant Manager with THE ONE GROUP, you will be responsible for overseeing daily front-of-house and back-of-house operations, ensuring smooth service, and leading a team to deliver unforgettable guest experience. You’ll play a crucial role in maintaining service excellence, team development, and financial performance while fostering a dynamic, high-energy dining atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations Leadership
  • Oversee daily restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house management
  • Maintain service excellence, ensuring all guests receive an elevated and seamless dining experience
  • Monitor product quality, vendor relationships, and compliance with sanitation and safety regulations
  • Organize and supervise staff shifts, ensuring optimal floor coverage
  • Implement and uphold company policies and hospitality standards
• Team Development & Staffing
  • Recruit, hire, and onboard top talent to build and maintain a high-performance team
  • Train and mentor employees in customer service best practices and operational excellence
  • Conduct performance appraisals and provide constructive feedback to improve productivity
  • Foster team morale and motivation, ensuring a collaborative and high-energy work environment
• Guest Satisfaction & Brand Development
  • Deliver superior service and maximize customer satisfaction
  • Handle guest concerns with professionalism and efficiency, ensuring positive resolutions
  • Uphold THE ONE GROUP’s brand image and develop initiatives to enhance its local presence
  • Promote the brand through word-of-mouth marketing, restaurant events, and local partnerships
  • Recommend creative ways to attract new guests, including social media engagement and promotions
• Financial & Business Performance
  • Monitor restaurant revenue and expenses, ensuring profitability and cost control
  • Identify areas to optimize sales, reduce waste, and improve overall financial performance
  • Work with leadership to develop marketing and promotional strategies to increase guest traffic
  • Create detailed reports on weekly, monthly, and annual revenues and expenses
  • Maintain oversight of inventory and ensure effective purchasing strategies

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership experience as a Restaurant Manager, General Manager, or Hospitality Manager
• Strong customer service background with a focus on guest experience and operational excellence
• Extensive food and beverage knowledge, with the ability to educate staff on menus and ingredients
• Familiarity with restaurant management software (OpenTable, Avero, POS systems, etc.)
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Acute financial management skills, with experience handling budgets and P&L reports

Why STK is Your Next Career Move

This is more than a job—it’s a career opportunity with limitless potential in an expanding global brand.

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