Assistant Restaurant Manager

Captain D's; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & bonuses

Paid vacation

Meal discounts

Medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401K

Low-cost prescriptions

PerkSpot local deals

Employee Assistance Program

Legal support (Rocket Lawyer)

Career growth

Job summary

Captain D's is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager in Kansas City, US. You will be responsible for all aspects of the restaurant’s operation, including training, strategic planning, driving sales, staffing, and cost control.

You will lead teams, onboard new teammates, and develop future leaders to uphold Captain D's standards. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in restaurant, retail, or hospitality management, hospitality focus, and a proven ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences in

Qualifications

• 2+ years in restaurant, retail, or hospitality management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations and training.
• Drive strategic planning, sales, staffing, and cost control.
• Ensure operations standards, lead teams, and onboard new team members.
• Develop future leaders and promote guest satisfaction.

Job description

At Captain D’s, our people are everything. We’ve built a culture that empowers and grows talent—because when our team thrives, so do we.

70% of our current General Managers were promoted from within!

As a Assistant Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of your restaurant’s operation and training. You are accountable for strategic planning, driving sales, staffing, controlling costs, achieving operations standards, leading teams, onboarding new team members and developing future leaders.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay + quarterly bonuses
• Paid vacation & sick time
• Meal discounts
• Medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401K
• Low-cost prescriptions
• PerkSpot savings & local deals
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free legal support (Rocket Lawyer)
• Career growth & development

Ideal Candidate

• Purpose-Driven Leader – Live Captain D’s values and embrace the JustBeD's mindset.
• Hospitality-Focused – Deliver exceptional guest experiences and foster team positivity.
• Operational Expert – Uphold D's standards in food quality, cleanliness, and safety.
• Team Builder – Recruit, train, and engage team members effectively.
• Talent Scout – Identify staffing needs and attract diverse, local talent.
• Training Champion – Lead Day One orientation and manage training schedules.
• Culture Promoter – Celebrate wins and maintain team morale.
• Compliance Keeper – Ensure accurate records and policy/legal adherence.
• Business Manager – Oversee inventory, labor, and financial goals.
• Clear Communicator – Resolve conflicts and provide professional direction.
• Experienced Leader – 2+ years in restaurant, retail, or hospitality management.
• Thrives Under Pressure – Perform well in fast-paced, high-volume settings.
• Growth-Oriented – Committed to personal and professional development.

Requirements

• 18+ years old
• Valid driver’s license
• Background check required

Physical & Mental Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
• Repetitive tasks; use of speech, hearing, vision, dexterity
• Occasional use of taste/smell; exposure to chemicals and uneven surfaces

Work Conditions

• Flexible schedule: weekends, evenings, holidays
• 45+ hours/week
• Exposure to extreme temperatures (equipment/weather)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Captain D's values a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.