Assistant Store Manager - Fast-Casual Leadership & Coaching

The Melt; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Melt in Phoenix, AZ is hiring an Assistant Manager for a full-time role. You will work closely with the General Manager, lead crew shifts, and ensure smooth store operations, guest satisfaction, and food safety.

Compensation ranges from $21.00 to $26.00 per hour, with any shift. Candidates should have 1–2 years of restaurant management experience and a positive, collaborative leadership style, plus the ability to work 40–50 hours weekly, including weekends.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of restaurant management in fast casual, QSR, or mid-scale casual dining.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to learn quickly and work as part of a team.
• Able to work under pressure and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have an exceptional work ethic.
• Must be 16 or older to apply.
• Available to work 40–50 hours per week, including weekends.
• Must be happy and positive with a collaborative leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct crew shifts as manager‑in‑charge of store.
• Partner with General Manager to coach, counsel and direct Crew Members.
• Ensure a positive team environment and maintain a calm professional demeanor always.
• Provide clear, specific, timely and respectful coaching and feedback to Crew to ensure operational excellence and improve Crew performance.
• Participate in the staff planning, interviewing and hiring process for new Crew Members.
• Ensure 'I Love It Here' experience for every guest.
• Ensure standards are consistently met for speed of service, order accuracy, product quality and store cleanliness.
• Handle problem resolution with composure while living The Melt values.
• Inspire, motivate and coach Crew Members to their very best performance.
• Execute opening and closing duties – opening shift, shift change and closing shift procedures.
• Ensure food quality, food safety and store cleanliness.
• Follow all health, safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Manage shift schedule and utilize deployment tools to maximize shift performance.
• Manage inventory needs by ordering, receiving and storing items according to procedures.
• Follow cash management and cash register policies and ensure all Crew follow procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Work ethic

16+ years age

40-50 hours/week

Job description

The Melt in Phoenix, AZ is hiring an Assistant Manager for a full-time role. You will work closely with the General Manager, lead crew shifts, and ensure smooth store operations, guest satisfaction, and food safety.

Compensation ranges from $21.00 to $26.00 per hour, with any shift. Candidates should have 1–2 years of restaurant management experience and a positive, collaborative leadership style, plus the ability to work 40–50 hours weekly, including weekends.