Assistant Restaurant Manager

SSP Deutschland GmbH; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Career Progression Opportunities

Quarterly bonus and year-end bonus

Job summary

SSP Deutschland GmbH at Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead front of house and kitchen operations in a high-volume environment, ensuring food safety, quality, and guest service. The role requires at least 1 year in restaurant management, with a high school diploma or equivalent; familiarity with POS and MS Office is preferred. Compensation includes $60,000–$63,000 with quarterly and year-end bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in restaurant/foodservice management.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Proficiency with POS systems and MS Office.
• Food safety knowledge and certifications preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front-of-house and kitchen operations and evaluate team performance.
• Maintain food quality, portions, and adherence to safety standards.
• Control food and labor costs to optimize profitability.
• Recruit, train, and mentor team, uphold guest-service standards.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and sanitation regulations.
• Manage merchandising, inventory, scheduling, and payroll.

Skills

Restaurant management

Team leadership

Food safety

POS systems

MS Office

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

POS systems

MS Office

Job description

$60,000 - $63,000 / year
Opportunity for quarterly bonus and year-end super bonus
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Career Progression Opportunities

Are you a seasoned foodservice professional with a passion for high-volume, a stickler for food safety, and a knack for leadership?

We have an exciting opportunity for aRestaurant Managerat one of the biggest airports in America, Indianapolis International Airport (IND). If you thrive in a fast-paced food environment and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do:

• Manage All Front of House and Kitchen Activities:Manage, supervise and evaluate Team Member performance through follow-up to ensure proper completion of assigned tasks and goals and provides feedback including disciplinary action.
• Focus on the Food:Ensure food quality and standards; maintain recipe adherence and portion control, ensuring compliance with company, Smashburger, and food safety specifications.
• Cost Control:Optimize food and labor costs to maximize profitability.
• Lead and Develop your Team:Recruit, train, and communicate with team of Food Travel Experts. Develop, plan and assign daily goals, tasks and Team Member assignments. Implement and maintain guest service standards and Smashburger brand specifications fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Systems and Processes:Maintains adherence to all company policies and procedures, as well as state health/sanitation standards.
• Merchandising and Displays:Maintain all merchandising standards, display presentations and signing standards and monitor inventory levels.
• Office Management:Handle tasks such as management of funds and media, receiving, inventory, purchasing, team member scheduling and payroll.
• Forecasting and Budgeting:Assist in monitoring sales performance through the analysis of sales reports and comparison shopping.
• Problem Solving:Address routine issues and elevate complex problems to higher management as necessary.

What We’re Looking For:

• Educational Background:High School Diploma or equivalent, associate’s degree or equivalent coursework preferred.
• Experience: 1+ years in restaurant/food service in a management/supervisory capacity.
• Technical Training:Full Service and/or Quick Service restaurant experience preferred. Culinary background is desirable.
• Safety Certification:Relevant certifications include Food Handlers’ Card.
• Technical Skills:Proficient level of computer literacy, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), and Point-of-Sale (POS) systems. Effective organizational maturity to prioritize daily, weekly, monthly and yearly activities.
• Interpersonal Skills:Ability to interact at all levels, including with executives, union representatives, and diverse hourly team members. Proven track record of resolving uncomfortable situations with clients, customers, peers and direct reports.

If you're ready to bring your expertise to our team and help us deliver exceptional service and quality in a high-volume airport setting,

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at SSP. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to engaging all our people, so they feel valued and motivated; we champion diversity, promote inclusion, and ensure equality. We respect and protect human rights and prevent discrimination; and we positively impact our communities. We encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual identity and orientation.