ASSISTANT MANAGER

Famous Dave's Detroit | Detroit Metro Area, MI

About Us

Famous Dave's Detroit is one of the most beloved BBQ destinations in Southeast Michigan, with multiple locations across the Detroit metro area. We're known for our award-winning slow-smoked ribs, Texas beef brisket, scratch-made sides, and the kind of genuine Southern hospitality that keeps guests coming back. Whether it's a weeknight dinner, a game-day crowd, or a full-service catering event, Famous Dave's is where great food and great people come together.

The Role

We're looking for an energetic, hands-on Assistant Manager to support our General Manager in leading day-to-day operations. This is a working management role — you'll be on the floor, in the thick of service, and an active presence for both your team and your guests. If you thrive in a high-energy, high-volume environment and love developing the people around you, this is the role for you.

What You'll Do

• Partner with the GM to oversee daily FOH and BOH operations, ensuring consistent execution of food quality, service standards, and guest satisfaction

• Lead, coach, and develop hourly team members — you'll play a key role in training and building a strong, motivated crew

• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and scheduling

• Monitor food, beverage, and labor costs to support profitability goals

• Manage opening and closing procedures, including cash handling and reconciliation

• Support inventory control and ordering as needed

• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards

• Resolve guest concerns promptly and professionally

• Support catering operations and special event execution when applicable

• Step up in the GM's absence to keep operations running smoothly

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of restaurant management or supervisory experience in a full-service or high-volume casual dining environment

• A hands-on leadership style — someone who leads from the floor, not the office

• Strong communication and team-building skills

• Experience with scheduling, cash handling, and basic cost control

• A genuine commitment to guest experience and food quality

• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume setting

• POS proficiency (Aloha or similar systems a plus)

• ServSafe certification preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• $60,000 – $67,000 base salary, commensurate with experience

• Quarterly bonus plan

• Full Medical & Dental Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Matching

• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation

• Uniform & Technology Reimbursement

• Health & Wellness Reimbursement

• And more!

If you love great BBQ, great people, and the energy of a busy restaurant — we'd love to hear from you.