Assistant Restaurant Manager

Description

Are you a passionate and driven individual with a flair for hospitality? We're seeking a proactive Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our team. In this pivotal role, you'll work closely with the Restaurant Manager to orchestrate seamless daily operations, cultivate an exceptional dining experience, and lead our dedicated staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in the dynamic Food & Beverage industry!

Responsibilities and Duties

*Leadership & Support: Step in to cover for the Restaurant Manager during their absence, ensuring continuous smooth operations. *Scheduling & Planning: Assist the Manager in creating efficient staff schedules, balancing anticipated business needs, budget constraints, and service standards. *Financial Contribution: Support the Manager in achieving monthly financial targets by forecasting requirements, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions. *Compliance & Knowledge: Maintain a thorough understanding of local laws, customs, and company policies, ensuring full adherence. *Collaborative Meetings: Attend Food & Beverage and other relevant meetings as required to stay informed and contribute insights. *Staff Development: Conduct training sessions for all outlet staff and help the Restaurant Manager identify and implement necessary training initiatives. *Team Communication: Lead pre-meal and monthly communication meetings, fostering open dialogue and a free exchange of ideas within the department. *Opening & Closing Procedures: Take responsibility for opening and closing areas, ensuring all tasks are completed and premises are securely locked. *Performance Monitoring: Continuously monitor staff performance, appearance, and hygiene to uphold high standards. *Inter-Departmental Liaison: Collaborate closely with the Restaurant Chef on daily food delivery and presentation, and liaise with other departments to ensure seamless communication and effective problem resolution. *Market Awareness: Stay informed about industry trends by reviewing trade literature, networking with colleagues, and observing competitors. *Cleanliness & Organization: Regularly inspect areas for cleanliness, proper equipment storage, and adequate supplies. *Menu & Display Management: Ensure all menus (food, dessert, wine, beverages) are in pristine condition. Oversee the arrangement of flowers, trolleys, and displays. *Guest Engagement: Explain daily specials and menu items in collaboration with the Chef, and warmly welcome and seat guests. *Quality & Policy Adherence: Ensure strict adherence to established quality standards, as well as company policies and procedures by all staff. *Safety & Hygiene Champion: Guarantee that all staff members comply with safety, sanitation, and hygiene policies. *Maintenance Coordination: Maintain consistent communication with the Engineering department to ensure timely completion of repairs. *Service Observation & Support: Constantly observe service operations and actively step in to assist when necessary to ensure optimal flow. *Guest Problem Resolution: Anticipate guest needs, efficiently answer questions, resolve problems, and determine when a more senior manager's involvement is required. Record complaints and actions taken. *Adaptable Support: Perform any other reasonable task requested by management or required for the smooth operation of the restaurant.

Qualifications and Requirements

*A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in the Food & Beverage industry. *Preferably 1-2 years of proven management experience in a similar setting. *Ideally, previous experience working in an Italian restaurant environment. *Possess genuine drive and passion to excel within the Food & Beverage industry. *Demonstrate strong communication, problem-solving, motivational, and people skills. *Ability to commit to working during the restaurant's peak periods, including weekends, public holidays, and the eve of public holidays.

Working Condition

Salary

Basic Salary 3000