Assistant Restaurant Manager (Dempsey)

CURLYS TRADING PTE. LTD.; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A new concept in Dempsey is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to oversee operations and guide the team in a premium grocery and full-service restaurant setting. This role includes ensuring quality service, managing costs, and contributing to the restaurant's pre-opening efforts, with a passion for hospitality and guest experience.

Benefits

Competitive staff discounts across outlets

Birthday Leave

Medical & Dental Coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a leadership role in F&B.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage operations.
• Pre-opening experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations and ensure a smooth experience.
• Lead team training and operations during pre-opening.
• Monitor product quality and manage food costs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cost Control

Job description

Assistant Restaurnt Manager (Dempsey)

We are hiring for a new, pre-opening concept at Dempsey that combines a grocery store and retail experience focused on premium, high-quality products. The space will also house a full-service restaurant offering refined, ingredient-driven cuisine that celebrates provenance and seasonality.

We are looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager to help lead and execute daily operations, ensuring a seamless, elevated guest experience from the very beginning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring a smooth, service-driven experience
• Work closely with the Assistant Retail Manager to create a cohesive restaurant-retail environment
• Champion food cost management, including portioning, inventory, and wastage control
• Lead the team with positivity and professionalism, providing hands-on guidance and training
• Play an active role in pre-opening efforts, including SOP creation, recruitment, and layout planning
• Monitor product quality and service consistency, and always look for ways to improve
• Attend and contribute to weekly P&L meetings to keep the business on track
• Maintain high hygiene and safety standards, ensuring all protocols are met

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role within a café, restaurant, or similar F&B setting
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage operations, including cost control
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a collaborative mindset
• Pre-opening experience is a huge plus
• Passion for hospitality, creativity, and elevating guest experiences

Perks:

• Competitive staff discounts across outlets
• Birthday Leave to celebrate your special day
• Medical & Dental Coverage

If you're someone who leads with intention, thrives in a fast-paced space, and loves delivering memorable experiences — we’d love to meet you.