Assistant Restaurant Manager: Lead Team & Service

Wonder; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

HSA match

Learning & Development

Employee Stock

Employee Discount

Job summary

Wonder is seeking an Assistant Manager at our New Haven restaurant to support the General Manager in daily operations, ensuring smooth service and safety. You will collaborate with the team to deliver exceptional customer service and maintain food safety standards.

Requirements include 2+ years in restaurant supervision, lead a 15+ member team, focus on efficiency, and open availability, including nights and weekends. Valid Food Manager Certificate is required where applicable.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant supervisor or management experience in a high-volume setting.
• Ability to lead and develop teams of 15+ members.
• Professionalism and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Open availability, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist General Manager in day-to-day operations and staff motivation.
• Recruit and train top restaurant talent.
• Achieve operational goals and manage budgets with Sr Operations Leader.
• Maintain clear communication on priorities, protocols and changes.
• Optimize floor staffing for maximum efficiency; resolve obstacles.
• Oversee inventory and food safety protocols; ensure shelf-life adherence.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff development

Customer service

Communication

Operational efficiency

Education

Food Manager Certificate

Job description

Wonder is seeking an Assistant Manager at our New Haven restaurant to support the General Manager in daily operations, ensuring smooth service and safety. You will collaborate with the team to deliver exceptional customer service and maintain food safety standards.

Requirements include 2+ years in restaurant supervision, lead a 15+ member team, focus on efficiency, and open availability, including nights and weekends. Valid Food Manager Certificate is required where applicable.