Restaurant Assistant Manager — Lead Service & Operations

Starfish California Hospitality Group; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Job summary

Starfish Hospitality Group is seeking a restaurant Manager to lead daily operations and a high-performing team across our upscale concepts. You will supervise shifts, ensure quality, and uphold health and safety standards to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Join a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a focus on service excellence, staff development, and collaboration with sales and catering teams for events. Prior restaurant leadership and ServSafe certification are valued.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of restaurant management experience.
• Prior experience as a server or bartender.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Able to work weekends and holidays.
• 40-50 hour work week, estimated.
• Possess a strong work ethic.
• Be able to work in a standing position for duration of shift.
• Must be able to lift 35 lbs.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all areas of the restaurant as an integral part of the management team.
• Cooperates and communicates effectively with executives, departmental leads, and team members.
• Manage shifts including daily decision making, planning, upholding standards, product quality and cleanliness.
• Adhere to company standards and service levels by delivering high quality food and excellent service to all patrons.
• Maintain restaurant image, including cleanliness, uniforms, and appearance standards.
• Ensure positive guest service and resolve complaints politely and effectively.
• Collaborate with sales and catering teams to promote and book events.
• Perform opening and/or closing duties, and financial duties in accordance with policies.
• Complete vendor invoices and payroll related administrative duties on time.
• Plan staffing and prepare schedules for all shifts.
• Participate in hiring and training of new team members.
• Conduct orientation and oversee training of new employees.

Skills

Restaurant management

Server/Bartender experience

US work authorization

Weekends/holidays availability

21+ years old

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Job description

Starfish Hospitality Group is seeking a restaurant Manager to lead daily operations and a high-performing team across our upscale concepts. You will supervise shifts, ensure quality, and uphold health and safety standards to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Join a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a focus on service excellence, staff development, and collaboration with sales and catering teams for events. Prior restaurant leadership and ServSafe certification are valued.