Assistant Restaurant Manager – Lead Service & Growth

Blake's Lotaburger, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Blake's Lotaburger, Inc. in Albuquerque, NM, seeks an Assistant Manager to support the General Manager in daily restaurant operations and drive customer satisfaction, profitability, and safety.

The AM oversees scheduling, inventory, and staff development, ensuring all policies and health codes are followed while maintaining a clean, fast-service environment. The role requires strong leadership, teamwork, and communication; English proficiency is essential, with Spanish as a plus.

Qualifications

• Must exemplify Blake's Core Values: KIND, TEAM, PASSION, PROCESS
• Must be 21 years old
• Ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, one or more years of restaurant management experience, an associate’s degree in related field, or college coursework in business management
• Ability to work at least 35+ hours per week, including varying opening, closing, weekends and holidays shifts
• Ability to work on an on-call basis in emergencies
• Appearance must be professional, neat, clean and well-groomed; tattoos and piercings policy
• Must be able to quickly become proficient in Blake's Lotaburger operations
• Must have expert understanding of health codes and procedures
• Possess computer skills including POS, BOH reporting, and order generation
• Must possess strong teamwork and communication skills
• English reading/writing/speaking required
• Bilingual in Spanish/English is a plus
• Ability to read, understand, apply, and adhere to policies and procedures
• Must manage multiple projects in fast-paced environment
• Must collaborate cross-departmentally and respond to feedback
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and committed to quality
• Must pass pre-employment background check and motor vehicle record search
• Must have valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and adequate auto insurance
• Food Handler Certified and ServSafe certification within 90 days

Responsibilities

• Assist the General Manager in overseeing all restaurant operations
• Ensure customer satisfaction while maintaining profitability through cost controls
• Lead and motivate management staff and crew to perform duties with the customer in mind
• Enforce Blake's Lotaburger policies and procedures and discipline when needed
• Ensure kitchen compliance with food safety laws at all times
• Secure cash deposits and manage deposits per policy
• Assist with inventory and ordering based on store needs
• Create weekly crew schedules honoring availability and staffing needs
• Ensure compliance with laws including health, safety, EEO, and workers’ compensation reporting
• Recruit and train crew; assist in interviews and hiring
• Support training and development for future shift and assistant managers
• Work with GM to meet sales, food, and labor targets
• Stock shelves, receive deliveries, and perform housekeeping duties

Job description

Blake's Lotaburger, Inc. in Albuquerque, NM, seeks an Assistant Manager to support the General Manager in daily restaurant operations and drive customer satisfaction, profitability, and safety.

The AM oversees scheduling, inventory, and staff development, ensuring all policies and health codes are followed while maintaining a clean, fast-service environment. The role requires strong leadership, teamwork, and communication; English proficiency is essential, with Spanish as a plus.