Assistant Restaurant Manager

Zaxby's; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Zaxby's in Knoxville, TN is seeking an Assistant Manager to help run daily operations in a fast-casual setting. You will lead shifts, coach team members, ensure friendly, accurate, timely service, and uphold food quality and safety standards.

You’ll manage cash and deposits, assist with scheduling, inventory, and ordering, train new hires, and partner with the General Manager to achieve sales, labor, and service goals while fostering a positive, growth-oriented culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and supervise front- and back-of-house teams.
• Coach team members to deliver friendly, accurate, and timely service.
• Maintain food quality and safety standards.
• Manage cash and deposits.
• Assist with scheduling, inventory, and ordering.
• Train new hires and support the General Manager.
• Help achieve sales, labor, and service goals while fostering a positive, growth-focused culture.

Job description

Zaxby’s is seeking an Assistant Manager to support daily operations in our fast-casual restaurant. You’ll lead shifts, coach team members, and ensure our guests enjoy friendly, accurate, and timely service. Responsibilities include supervising front- and back-of-house teams, maintaining food quality and safety standards, managing cash and deposits, and assisting with scheduling, inventory, and ordering. You’ll model Southern hospitality, help train new hires, and support the General Manager in achieving sales, labor, and service goals while fostering a positive, growth-focused work culture.