Restaurant Assistant Manager/General Manager in Training

Cheba Hut; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Bonus based on performance

Employee discount

Paid leadership training

Flexible scheduling

Career growth

Job summary

Cheba Hut in Johnston, IA is seeking an Assistant Manager who will lead by example, drive daily operations, and shape shop culture. You’ll coach the team, ensure guest satisfaction, and support the transition toward a General Manager role as the company grows.

You’ll manage shifts, uphold food safety standards, partner with marketing, and maintain brand energy across the floor. If you’re motivated to own outcomes and mentor others, we want to meet you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant shift lead experience or above.
• Strong understanding of restaurant systems and operations.
• Comfortable working 10+ hour shifts.
• Food Safety Certification.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations and maintain a positive work environment.
• Meet product metrics and uphold food safety and product quality standards.
• Oversee bar management and marketing-related activities.
• Lead by example to reinforce a customer-first mindset with the crew.
• Coach team through real-time feedback and goal alignment.

Skills

Leadership

Operations

Customer service

Communication

Education

Food Safety Certification

Driver's License

Job description

Benefits:

• Career growth within a national brand
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee discount on Cheba favorites
• Paid leadership training
• Bonus based on performance
• Health insurance

Restaurant Assistant General Manager

Cheba Hut | Johnston, IA

The Shop That Sets the Standard

This isn’t just an Assistant Manager role.

As an Assistant Manager, you lead by example through your actions, attitude, and daily execution. Your crew looks to you for consistency, support, and direction. How you uphold operations, culture, and guest experience sets the tone for every shift.

We’re looking for an Assistant Manager with strong leadership potential and the drive to grow within the company. This position is for someone who leads with confidence, takes ownership, and has the ambition to develop into a General Manager position. If you’re motivated to build teams, elevate operations, and take the next step in your restaurant career, we want to meet you. We are a growing company and are looking for someone with the potential to elevate to General Manager for our next shop.

What You’ll Own

Shoperations Excellence

• Create and maintain a positive and motivating work environment
• Oversee smooth, consistent daily restaurant operations
• Meet product metrics and uphold food safety and product quality standards
• Oversee bar management and metrics
• Assist in the curation of shop culture and market awareness through marketing
• Facilitate HQ Training Programs
• Strong Marketing experience with emphasis on social media

Guest Experience & Interaction

• Help deliver a consistently memorable, above-and-beyond guest experience
• Maintain a strong floor presence by engaging guests and supporting team flow
• Assist in building guest relationships and creating regulars through consistent hospitality
• Support daily operations while keeping the Cheba Hut brand energy strong
• Lead by example in reinforcing a customer-first mindset with the crew

Leadership & Development

• Demonstrate "heads-up" leadership. Keep your head on a swivel and be aware.
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain crew relationships and influence behavior
• Provide real-time coaching and shoulder-to-shoulder feedback
• Help align the team around clear daily goals and support a shared vision for overall shop success

What Makes You a Fit

• 2+ years of restaurant shift lead experience or above
• Strong understanding of restaurant systems and operations
• Comfortable working 10+ hour shifts
• Food Safety Certification
• Valid Driver’s License
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

You believe “shop first” means guest first. You understand that culture and execution move together. You’re ready to help lead a store that leads the brand.

If you’re ready to lead by example, support your team, and help create a shop others look to for inspiration — we’d love to meet you!