Assistant Restaurant Manager - Aspire Restaurant in Big Sky, Montana at Spanish Peaks Mountain Club

ABOUT SPANISH PEAKS MOUNTAIN CLUB

At Spanish Peaks Mountain Club, exceptional service is at the heart of everything we do. We believe our associates are our greatest asset, and we treat them with the same level of care, respect, and hospitality that we extend to our members.

Nestled on 3,500 acres at 7,700 feet in beautiful Big Sky, Montana, Spanish Peaks offers a premier private club experience just 50 miles from Bozeman, Belgrade, and West Yellowstone. Our culinary program plays a critical role in delivering an elevated and memorable member experience.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a motivated and service-driven Assistant Restaurant Manager to support the daily front-of-house operations within a fast-paced, private club environment. This role is instrumental in delivering exceptional member and guest experiences while supporting leadership in executing service standards, training Associates, and maintaining a seamless dining operation.

The Assistant Restaurant Manager serves as a visible presence on the floor, ensuring service excellence, supporting team performance, and stepping into leadership responsibilities as needed. This position is designed as a growth opportunity for emerging leaders in Food & Beverage.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Assistant Restaurant Manager consistently maintains a professional appearance and demeanor and leads by example through active floor engagement. Working closely with the Restaurant Manager, Chef De Cuisine, Executive Chef, Events Manager and front-of-house team, this role supports service execution, Associate development, and operational consistency.

You will play a key role in ensuring that service standards are upheld, member needs are anticipated, and daily operations run smoothly. This position requires a hands-on approach, with the ability to pivot between leadership and service responsibilities throughout each shift.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Floor Leadership & Service Execution

• Actively circulate the dining and bar areas to ensure exceptional service standards are consistently delivered
• Serve as a primary point of contact for member and guest needs, resolving concerns promptly and professionally
• Lead by example through hands-on service support, including serving, running food, bussing, and assisting with seating as needed
• Monitor pace of service, table turns, and overall flow of the dining experience

Team Support & Development

• Support the Restaurant Manager in supervising, coaching, and motivating front-of-house Associates
• Assist with onboarding and training of new hires, reinforcing service standards and club expectations
• Participate in and lead pre-shift meetings, ensuring clear communication of daily priorities
• Provide real-time feedback to Associates to drive performance and consistency
• Support the Events Manager during events by supervising, coaching, and motivating the front-of-house team during set up, execution, and break down of club events
• Assist with interviewing and evaluating candidates as directed by Restaurant Manager

Operational Excellence

• Assist in maintaining cleanliness, organization, and presentation standards across all dining and bar areas
• Support inventory management, including monitoring par levels, restocking supplies, and communicating needs to leadership
• Ensure proper setup and breakdown of service areas in alignment with club standards
• Follow and enforce all health, safety, and sanitation regulations

Administrative & Support Functions

• Assist with scheduling support and shift coverage coordination as directed by the Restaurant Manager
• Support basic reporting needs, including shift notes, service feedback, and operational observations
• Communicate member feedback and operational opportunities to leadership in a timely manner
• Assist with taking inventory and ordering as directed by the Restaurant Manager

Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside of the normal scope of duties based on business needs.

Qualifications & Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; degree in hospitality or related field preferred
• 3–4 years of Food & Beverage experience, preferably in a high-end restaurant, resort, or private club environment
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred
• Bartending experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a service-first mindset
• Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment
• Working knowledge of restaurant management software, POS systems, and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence
• Team-oriented with a proactive and positive approach
• Excellent verbal and written communication and leadership skills
• Proven ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently and delegate multiple tasks effectively
• Member- and guest-oriented with a service-minded approach at all times
• Must be punctual and have regular and reliable attendance.
• Must have a positive attitude, be self-motivated, polite, energetic and a willing learner
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements

Most work shifts and tasks are performed indoors but may have some tasks and/or shifts assigned outdoors. Indoor temperature is moderate and controlled by the clubhouse environmental systems. Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill tasks. Requires manual dexterity, grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, and climbing. Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 10 hours in length. Also, you must be physically able to walk without assistance on various surfaces for an extended period of time. Must be physically able to lift and carry heavy trays and equipment as well as delicate china and glassware, up to 50 lbs. Must be able to push and pull carts, and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.

Benefits:

For more information about Spanish Peaks Mountain Club, visit https://spanishpeaks.com/.