Assistant Restaurant Manager — Lead & Delight Guests

Wild Wing Cafe, Inc.; Hamilton (GA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Wild Wing Cafe in Columbus, GA is hiring an energetic Assistant Manager to work with the General Manager, ensuring smooth restaurant operations and an outstanding guest experience.

You will lead a team, manage shifts, and help control labor and costs while upholding safety and hospitality standards. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Three years of restaurant management or supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership and team-motivation skills.
• Clear, professional communication.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy restaurant environment.
• Excellent organization and multitasking abilities.
• Understanding of labor, food cost, inventory, and scheduling.
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Commitment to creating a positive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager with day-to-day restaurant operations.
• Lead, motivate, and develop team members.
• Create a fun, welcoming environment for guests and employees.
• Ensure excellent food quality, service, cleanliness, and hospitality.
• Help recruit, train, coach, and retain great team members.
• Manage shifts and ensure proper staffing.
• Monitor labor, food costs, inventory, and other costs.
• Ensure company policies, procedures, and safety standards are followed.
• Handle guest concerns and find solutions that keep guests returning.
• Support opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and daily restaurant administration.
• Lead by example and jump in wherever needed.

Skills

Restaurant management

Team leadership

Guest service

Hiring & training

Scheduling

Cost control

Communication

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Wild Wing Cafe in Columbus, GA is hiring an energetic Assistant Manager to work with the General Manager, ensuring smooth restaurant operations and an outstanding guest experience.

You will lead a team, manage shifts, and help control labor and costs while upholding safety and hospitality standards. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.