Restaurant Assistant Manager

Overview

The Assistant Manager is accountable for all operating systems to ensure the restaurant runs effectively and profitably in compliance with company standards. First Watch offers daytime‑only hours (no night shifts), a fun fast‑paced environment, and a “You First” culture that values employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Consistently provide quality products, beverages, and guest service by ensuring employee training, motivation, and empowerment.
• Model and create a guest‑first culture while maximizing team performance and productivity.
• Maintain restaurant experience at or above company standards.
• Retain thorough knowledge of menu and beverage offerings, including characteristics and descriptions.
• Serve as a role model and set a positive example for the entire team in business and personnel management.
• Utilize all training programs from new‑team orientation through management training.
• Enforce labor laws and use labor effectively to meet budgets and ensure adequate coverage.
• Conduct inventory and order product to maintain proper par levels.
• Ensure all food and beverage items, merchandising, and discounts are accounted for and charged properly.
• Identify and develop local restaurant marketing strategies to maximize sales.
• Follow procedures to maintain safety and security of employees, guests, and company assets.
• Uphold company safety and sanitation requirements to protect guests and employees.
• Support the General Manager, act on their behalf in their absence, and uphold established standards.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and follow all MH Restaurants policies and procedures.
• Perform cross‑training tasks as directed and maintain dress code and uniform standards.
• Complete required training through the company training portal and adhere to a consistent, reliable work schedule.
• Demonstrate ethical business practices and integrity to uphold the MH Restaurants brand.
• Perform duties safely and efficiently; other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• College degree in hospitality management or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in the hospitality industry; management experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with customers and employees.
• Proficiency with computer applications (MS Word, MS Excel, restaurant software).
• Understanding of creating and operating within budgets.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Knowledge and experience in restaurant management.
• Commitment to quality service and strong food‑and‑beverage knowledge.
• Must be able to work weekends, some holidays, and occasional evenings.
• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Valid Food Handler Certificate required.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Meal discounts
• “You First” culture
• Growth opportunities – training and development
• Perkspot corporate perks program
• ZayZoon on‑demand pay advances
• Shoes for crews
• Company‑paid Food Handler and alcohol certifications
• Flex scheduling

Schedule

Open daily from 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM. No night shifts. Must be able to work weekends and some holidays.

Pay

Competitive salary with bonus potential.