Restaurant Assistant Manager at Walts Wharf Inc – Seal Beach, California

Restaurant Assistant Manager

Join our vibrant and upscale seafood restaurant renowned for its high-quality offerings and exceptional service. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Restaurant Assistant Manager to lead our team, ensure smooth daily operations, and deliver an outstanding dining experience for our guests. If you have a passion for upscale full service dining, a proven track record in managing high-volume restaurants, and expertise with industry-standard restaurant systems, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring high standards of service, quality, and cleanliness

- Lead, motivate, and manage a team of staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences

- Maintain optimal staffing levels and conduct regular training to uphold service excellence

- Manage seating arrangements, and flow to maximize efficiency and guest satisfaction

- Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and control costs to meet financial targets

- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations

- Handle guest inquiries, feedback, and resolve issues promptly and professionally

- Utilize HotSchedules and Toast point of sale systems for scheduling, sales tracking, and reporting

- Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service delivery

Mandatory Skills and Qualifications:

- Minimum of 3 years of experience managing upscale, full-service restaurants

- Proven experience in high-volume restaurant environments

- Strong leadership and team management skills

- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

- Proficiency with HotSchedules and Toast POS systems

- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and health regulations

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic setting with attention to detail

- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

- Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences

We offer a dynamic work environment that values growth, teamwork, and excellence. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to providing memorable dining experiences in a sophisticated setting.