Assistant Restaurant Manager

SSP; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager for an exciting new concept in Oakland. This role offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing a dynamic team and ensuring exceptional food quality and service standards. With a focus on leadership and cost control, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the guest experience at a major airport. If you are passionate about food service and ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Quarterly Bonus

Year-End Super Bonus

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Plans

Paid Time Off

401K with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of management experience in food service required.
• Proficient in MS Office and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage front of house and kitchen activities, ensuring food quality.
• Recruit, train, and develop a team of food service professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Cost Control

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems

MS Office

Job description

SSP is looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager in Oakland, CA.
This local job opportunity with ID 3103319456 is live since 2025-03-09 10:56:04.
We have a new concept coming - District Wine, Whiskey and Cocktail Bar!

• Salary: $72,000 / year
• Opportunity: Quarterly bonus and year-end super bonus
• Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Career Progression: Opportunities available

Are you an experienced food service professional with a passion for high-volume service, a stickler for food safety, and a knack for leadership?

SSP America operates several restaurants throughout the Oakland International Airport including Oakland Draft House, A's Clubhouse, Peets Coffee, Forge Pizza, and District (coming soon).

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Restaurant Manager for a new concept coming soon - District Wine, Whiskey and Cocktail Bar! 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: Supervise and evaluate Team Member performance to ensure proper completion of assigned tasks and goals, providing feedback including disciplinary action.
• Focus on the Food: Ensure food quality and standards; maintain recipe adherence and portion control, ensuring compliance with company, brand, and food safety specifications.
• Cost Control: Optimize food and labor costs to maximize profitability.
• Lead and Develop Team: Recruit, train, and communicate with a team of Food Travel Experts. Develop, plan, and assign daily goals, tasks, and Team Member assignments. Implement and maintain guest service standards and brand specifications fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Systems and Processes: Maintain 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 while monitoring 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 escalate 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: Minimum of 2 years in restaurant/food service in a management capacity.
• Technical Training: Full-Service with bar restaurant management experience required; 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.

Why Join Us?

• Dynamic Environment: Work in the fast-paced and exciting setting of a major airport.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop your career in a supportive and challenging environment working for one of the largest restaurant operators in the world!
• Competitive Compensation: $70,600 / year + bonus and Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Plans, Paid Time Off, 401K with company match, and Employee Assistance Program.

Ready to Apply?

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, apply now!

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.