Restaurant Assistant Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly & quarterly bonus

Next-Day Pay

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Advancement from within

No late nights

Team outings

Job summary

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers in Iowa is seeking a restaurant manager to support the General Manager and lead a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You’ll coach staff, manage daily operations, and drive sales while upholding quality and safety standards.

The role offers advancement opportunities within a growing company and a collaborative, customer‑focused workplace. Applicants should have at least 2 years of restaurant management experience, a hospitality mindset, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of restaurant management experience.
• Passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding guest service.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage time, priorities, and operations.
• Experience with financials (inventory, scheduling, labor management, P&Ls, spreadsheets).

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, 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 a culture of pride, service, and attention to detail.

Skills

Restaurant management

Leadership

Customer service

Team motivation

Inventory management

Scheduling

P&L knowledge

Tools

Spreadsheets

Job description

Job Description

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

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.

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

PERKS & BENEFITS

• 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

• 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 lbsComfortable 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.

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• Disabled veterans;
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