Traveling Restaurant Operations Assistant Manager

HUHOT; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

HUHOT in Rapid City, SD is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the General Manager in overseeing restaurant operations and guest experience. You will lead Team Members, supervise shifts, and drive profitability while adhering to FRCG standards.

You will manage scheduling, inventory, and food safety while participating in training initiatives and monitoring financial performance to identify opportunities for improvement. Travel to multiple locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to travel to multiple locations as needed.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work long shifts in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in achieving operational excellence in food quality, guest service, cleanliness, and Team Member training.
• Provide leadership and direction to Team Members and Shift Managers to ensure consistent execution and accountability.
• Cover hourly positions as needed across FOH and BOH.
• Monitor guest feedback, address concerns promptly, and coach Team Members to improve performance.
• Oversee Team Member performance and provide ongoing coaching, training, and corrective guidance.
• Lead training initiatives, including new product rollouts, procedures, and operational processes.
• Assist with labor management, scheduling, and productivity to meet daily and weekly targets.
• Complete food ordering, receiving, inventory management, and ensure proper product rotation using FIFO standards.
• Monitor and maintain food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance at all times.
• Perform regular operational assessments to ensure adherence to company standards.
• Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly financial performance, identifying opportunities to improve sales and profitability.
• Collaborate with leadership and Team Members to build a positive work environment and achieve company goals.
• Maintain and manage a structured schedule/calendar, prioritizing tasks based on restaurant performance and operational needs.
• Attend management meetings and communicate key updates, performance expectations, and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Planning & Organization

Financial awareness

Guest focus

Problem solving

Communication

Travel flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS systems (Toast, Aloha)

Job description

HUHOT in Rapid City, SD is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the General Manager in overseeing restaurant operations and guest experience. You will lead Team Members, supervise shifts, and drive profitability while adhering to FRCG standards.

You will manage scheduling, inventory, and food safety while participating in training initiatives and monitoring financial performance to identify opportunities for improvement. Travel to multiple locations may be required.