Assistant Manager – Restaurant

Full Time @Apparel Group in Hotel, Restaurant & Hospitality
  • Post Date : May 7, 2026
  • Salary: Negotiable

About the job

Operational Management

  • Ensure all customers are served in accordance with brand standards and actively seek opportunities to grow the business.
  • Maintain full accountability for ensuring all team members possess complete product knowledge.
  • Act as a brand ambassador, ensuring all activities and operations reflect brand standards at all times.
  • Ensure the outlet, including the kitchen, maintains the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
  • Oversee completion and accuracy of all daily, weekly, and monthly reports and documentation.
  • Verify that all dishes meet brand standards before being served.
  • Manage home delivery operations, including driver coordination and handling customer complaints effectively.
  • Review and approve all orders to ensure alignment with budget and stock requirements.
  • Conduct and sign off on inventory counts, reconciliation, and reporting.
  • Prepare and manage staff rosters in line with budget and business needs.
  • Assist in vacation planning to ensure optimal staffing at all times.
  • Ensure all maintenance issues are addressed promptly.
  • Support and follow up on internal audits, including action planning and performance improvements.
  • Equip staff with skills to upsell and enhance revenue generation.

Customer Service & Quality Control

  • Ensure all customer complaints are handled professionally and resolved promptly to maintain customer trust.
  • Maintain high service standards and ensure consistency in customer experience.
  • Communicate any issues transparently and promptly to senior management.

Leadership & Team Management

  • Take full control of shifts, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to brand standards.
  • Address operational challenges effectively without negatively impacting staff or business.
  • Make informed, independent decisions that benefit the business, team, and customers.
  • Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and openness to change.
  • Lead by example as a positive role model, motivating and developing team members.
  • Ensure team productivity, efficiency, and adherence to performance expectations.

Financial & Business Management

  • Manage operational costs, including labor and inventory, in line with budget targets.
  • Ensure efficient use of resources to maximize profitability.

HR & Training

  • Ensure continuous training and development of all team members.
  • Identify talent and support career growth within the team.
  • Participate in recruitment and coordinate with HR throughout hiring processes.
  • Ensure timely completion of probation reviews, appraisals, and required documentation.
  • Promote a positive, respectful, and engaging work culture.

Health & Safety

  • Ensure full compliance with local health, hygiene, and safety regulations.
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment for all employees and customers.

Marketing & Business Development

  • Understand the target market, customer preferences, and local competition.
  • Stay informed about competitor activities and identify opportunities to enhance the outlet’s performance.

Communication

  • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, including report preparation and presentations.
  • Maintain regular communication with owners and senior management.
  • Conduct weekly one-on-one meetings with the Head Chef and monthly team meetings.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively to convey goals, expectations, and performance feedback.

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