Restaurant Assistant Manager

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers; Grimes (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Next-Day Pay

Bonus program

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Gym membership reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Company outings

Team culture

Job summary

FREDDY’S OF IOWA is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily restaurant operations and drive guest satisfaction. You will coach a team, manage schedules, and contribute to sales and profitability while upholding quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in restaurant management, a passion for hospitality, and strong organizational skills. This role emphasizes growth from within and a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of restaurant management experience.
• Strong hospitality and guest service focus.
• Proven leadership, training, and coaching abilities.
• Experience with inventory, scheduling, and labor management.
• Familiarity with P&L and budgeting practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in daily restaurant operations.
• Lead, coach, and motivate the team to deliver great guest experiences.
• Foster a fun, fast-paced, and productive work environment.
• Contribute to sales growth and profitability goals.
• Manage inventory, scheduling, and labor efficiency.
• Ensure food quality, safety, and cleanliness standards.
• Assist in hiring, training, and developing team members.
• Support a culture of pride, service, and attention to detail.

Skills

Restaurant management

Guest service

Leadership

Inventory control

Scheduling

P&L experience

Job description

Job Description

WHY JOIN FREDDY’S OF IOWA?

At MLY Investments, LLC, we believe in building a true Freddy’s Family — where leaders are supported, team members are empowered, and careers grow. We invest heavily in training and development at every level, and we promote from within — many of our General Managers started as Assistant Managers!
If you want to lead, learn, and advance your career in a positive, growing company, we’d love to meet you.

PERKS & BENEFITS

Salary Range: $40,000 to $50,000 base plus bonus

• Highly competitive salary
• Monthly & quarterly bonus program
• Net Profit Partnership Program
• Next-Day Pay available
• No late nights or overnights
• Paid time off
• 401(k) program (for eligible employees — must be age 21+ with 3 months of service)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Partial gym membership reimbursement — support for a healthy lifestyle
• Company outings and seminars
• Opportunities for advancement — we promote from within!
• Fun, supportive team culture

Experience and Skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

As an Assistant Manager, you will:
- Support the General Manager in daily operations of the restaurant
- Lead, coach, and motivate your team to deliver exceptional food and guest experiences
- Foster a fun, fast-paced, and fulfilling work environment
- Contribute to sales growth and profit goals
- Manage inventory, scheduling, and labor management
- Ensure high standards of food quality, safety, and cleanliness
- Participate in hiring, training, and developing team members
- Help build and maintain a culture of pride, service, and attention to detail

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum 2 years of restaurant management experience
• Passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding guest service
• Strong leadership skills — ability to coach, train, and hold team members accountable
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage time, priorities, and operational responsibilities effectively
• Experience with financials (inventory, scheduling, labor management, P&Ls, spreadsheets)
• Positive attitude, team-first mindset, and eagerness to grow
• Aptitude for learning, coaching, and collaboration

REQUIREMENTS

• Evening availability — must be able to close the restaurant
• Dependable and punctual
• Ability to stand/walk for shifts (up to 8–10 hours if needed)
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs
• Comfortable with bending, stooping, and occasional ladder use
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members
• Background check required

ABOUT MLY INVESTMENTS, LLC – FREDDY’S OF IOWA

At MLY Investments, LLC, we operate multiple Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers locations across Iowa and Illinois — and we are growing!
We believe in creating a true Freddy’s Family where every team member is valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. We invest heavily in comprehensive training at every level and are passionate about promoting from within — many of our leaders started as Team Members and grew into management roles.
Our Freddy’s Family delivers fresh, made-to-order, craveable food with genuine hospitality, creating a fun and inclusive environment for both our guests and our team.
If you want to be part of a workplace where you can grow your career, make a positive impact, and have fun along the way, we would love to meet you.