Temporary Assistant Restaurant Manager

About the role

An Assistant Manager at Pizzeria Vetri is responsible for all daily restaurant operations, hiring and developing talent, overseeing food quality, and creating memorable guest experiences to drive sales and manage profitability. Supports the General Manager and entire team by organizing, planning, and directing activities in all aspects of the restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Closely monitor all controllable expenses; recommend and implement methods for improvements to reduce costs and increase sales.
• Develop and monitor all food and beverage offerings for quality and brand alignment.
• Maintain a clean and safe physical environment through timely repair and upkeep.
• Enforce company standards, policies, and procedures, including sanitation, safety, cash handling, reporting, and dress codes.
• Drive financial business goals through purposeful contributions to programs that build sales, maximize profitability, grow the concept, and serve customers' needs; track program metrics to assess success and identify needed improvements.
• Foster a positive work environment.
• Lead and nurture the training of junior managers to ensure the development of their leadership and customer service skills, fluency in all systems, and holistic professional development.
• Responsible for hiring and implementing training and development programs.
• Encourage two-way dialogue by providing actionable and candid feedback to staff and soliciting upward feedback from the team to continue personal growth.
• Act as a brand ambassador advocating for the customer experience at all times.
• Interact with guests to obtain feedback; effectively respond to and engage in customer feedback.
• Develop community relationships to leverage business needs and promote offerings.
• Create memorable guest experiences by demonstrating extraordinary service and leading by example.

Requirements

• 5 years of restaurant experience.
• 3 years of management experience.
• ServSafe® | Food Manager Certification is required or an approved alternative.
• High school diploma or GED is required, preferably from a culinary institution.
• Basic proficiency in restaurant management software, inventory tracking, ordering, and scheduling.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or similar software.
• Available nights, weekends, and holidays as identified by brand leadership, to include promotional days, brand events, emergency, and PTO coverage.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching for extended periods (up to 10 hours).
• May be required to assist in other roles within the restaurant, based on operational needs and cross-training.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 401(k) retirement plans.
• Employee perks and discounts across URBN brands (Terrain, Anthropologie, Free People, Urban Outfitters).
• Competitive pay and employee meal benefits.
• Opportunities for growth, cross-training, and advancement within the URBN family.

Schedule

45-50 hours per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays.