Assistant Restaurant Manager — Opening Team, High-Volume

Goodwin Recruiting; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an experienced full-service Assistant Restaurant Manager to join the opening team of a new high-volume concept. You will lead front-of-house operations, coach a diverse team, and ensure consistent guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on leadership, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to train staff, manage labor, and uphold standards in a casual to upscale setting.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3 years of experience in a full-service front-of-house management role.
• Experience in high-volume, systems-oriented casual or upscale-casual environment.
• Solid and proven leadership qualities: friendly, coach mentality, lead by example, and uphold restaurant standards.
• Thick skin to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to maintain standards, exceed expectations, and build relationships.
• Proactive problem-solver and hands-on work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Train, coach, and direct the front-of-house team
• Build respectful relationships with every member of the team while holding them accountable
• Manage high standards while paying attention to every detail
• Focus with the team on creating fun, unforgettable guest experiences every time
• Keep operations running smoothly in a very high-volume environment
• Create FOH schedules and manage FOH labor

Skills

People leadership

Front-of-house mgmt

High-volume ops

Customer service

Problem solving

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an experienced full-service Assistant Restaurant Manager to join the opening team of a new high-volume concept. You will lead front-of-house operations, coach a diverse team, and ensure consistent guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on leadership, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to train staff, manage labor, and uphold standards in a casual to upscale setting.