Assistant Restaurant Manager

Abilene, Texas

$50K - $60K ++

Unlimited Growth Potential

Job Summary

We are looking for a reliable, energetic, and hands-on Assistant Restaurant Manager to support the General Manager in overseeing daily operations at our fast casual restaurant. You will lead the front- and back-of-house teams, maintain high food-quality and speed-of-service standards, manage shift workflows, and ensure every guest leaves with a great experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Shift Leadership & Operations: Lead opening, mid-day, or closing shifts. Ensure the restaurant runs smoothly, orders are accurate, and ticket/service times stay fast.
• Team Supervision & Training: Supervise crew members, train new hires on recipes and safety protocols, and coach staff in real time to build a strong, positive team culture.
• Guest Relations: Greet guests, monitor dining room and counter flow, and resolve customer complaints or special requests quickly and professionally.
• Inventory & Ordering: Monitor daily stock levels, assist with product ordering, and help manage inventory rotation and waste reduction.
• Cash Handling & Reporting: Balance cash drawers, process safe drops, and complete end-of-shift reports or digital logs.
• Safety & Sanitation: Enforce local health, safety, and sanitation regulations, and make sure food-safety temperature logs and cleaning checklists are completed.
• Scheduling & Labor Support: Assist the General Manager with shift scheduling, tracking labor goals, and minimizing unnecessary overtime.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 1 to 3 years of restaurant experience, with at least 6 months to 1 year in a supervisory or shift lead role (fast-casual or quick-service experience preferred).
• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Certifications: Valid Food Handler’s Card / Food Safety Manager certification (or willingness to obtain upon hiring).
• Skills:
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to problem-solve calmly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Basic math and computer/POS proficiency for cash balancing and inventory tracking.
• Physical & Availability Requirements:
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended shifts, and lift up to 25–50 lbs as needed.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary / Hourly Pay (commensurate with experience)
• Performance Bonuses / Incentive Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Meal Discounts & Growth/Promotion Opportunities

If interested, please send your resume to jay@geckohospitality.com