Assistant Restaurant Manager - Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Paid parental leave

Mental health resources

Job summary

Hilton Des Moines is seeking a Restaurant Assistant Manager to lead daily outlet operations and deliver warm hospitality across all guest interactions.

You will coach a diverse team, partner with the Restaurant Manager to ensure service and food quality, and drive initiatives that boost guest satisfaction and revenue while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

This role offers growth in a premier hospitality culture and opportunities to influence guest stays through leadership and teamwork.

Qualifications

• A passion for spreading light and warmth of Hospitality.
• Integrity and doing the right thing.
• Leadership and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily outlet operations—guest service, product quality, inventory, costs, budgeting, and procedures.
• Collaborate with Restaurant Manager to monitor service, address feedback, resolve issues, and improve dining experience.
• Supervise and coach team; support evaluations and development under the Manager’s guidance.
• Assist with marketing, up-selling, and promotions to boost F&B sales.
• Maintain health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol compliance for guests and staff.

Skills

Hospitality leadership

Teamwork

Integrity

Guest service

Job description

Job Description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Restaurant Assistant Manager, you’re not just helping manage daily operations for one of our hotel dining outlets – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations: Assist with managing outlet operations, including guest service standards, product quality, inventory, cost controls, profitability, marketing, budgeting, and enforcing policies and procedures
• Enhance guest experiences: Collaborate with the Restaurant Manager to monitor service and product quality, address guest feedback, resolve issues, and support improvements to the dining experience
• Inspire and develop the team: Supervise, coach, and mentor team members, assist with performance evaluations, and contribute to professional development initiatives under the Manager’s guidance
• Support revenue initiatives: Help implement marketing strategies, up-selling techniques, and promotions to boost food and beverage sales
• Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, Our Core Values Define What It Takes To Succeed Here And Guide The Qualities We Look For In Every Team Member

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About Us

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.

About The Team

How We'll Help You Thrive

Benefits

At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including:

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
• Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next
• Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.