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Assistant Manager - Restaurant Rod Fraser Enterprises - 5.0 Laguna Hills, CA Job Details Full-time $52,000 - $59,000 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Spanish Guest relations Food service health code compliance Team leadership Food Safety Manager Certification In-person customer service Labor cost analysis English High school diploma or GED Hiring Supervising experience Kitchen cost control Recruiting Restaurant cost management Managing food service teams General management Full Job Description Restaurant Manager Full-time | Hourly |

Nonexempt Location:

Orange County, CA Pay:

$25.00 to $ 28.00 per hour Overtime is paid as required by law. Starting pay is based on job-related experience and qualifications within the posted range. Rodrigo's Mexican Grill is seeking a Restaurant Manager to support the General Manager and lead daily restaurant operations. This assistant management role focuses on hands-on shift leadership, team development and a welcoming guest experience. What you will do

• Lead assigned shifts, coordinate dining room and kitchen service, and oversee opening and closing procedures.
• Support and coach team members; assist with recruiting, onboarding and training.
• Prepare and adjust schedules within management authority, arrange coverage and monitor labor costs.
• Resolve guest concerns professionally and support service during busy periods.
• Oversee cash handling, daily reporting, inventory, ordering, product rotation and waste control.
• Maintain food quality, sanitation, responsible alcohol service and workplace safety standards.
• Support accurate timekeeping and timely meal and rest breaks. Promptly report injuries, employee concerns and policy issues to the General Manager and HR. What you bring
• Relevant food service experience, generally 1 to 3 years, including supervisory and restaurant management experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in business or hospitality is a plus.
• Strong guest service, leadership, problem-solving, organization and cash handling skills.
• Knowledge of food safety, inventory and labor cost controls; experience with Toast or similar POS systems and basic office software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, employees and management. Bilingual English and Spanish skills are a plus.
• Food Protection Manager certification and California Responsible Beverage Service certification required for assigned duties; required certifications must be obtained within applicable legal deadlines.
• Availability for scheduled day and evening shifts, weekends and holidays.

Benefits Paid sick leave and paid time off under applicable law and Company policy. Medical, dental and vision coverage are available to eligible employees, subject to plan terms and enrollment requirements. Work environment This is a hands-on role in a busy, full-service restaurant, with exposure to heat, cold, noise and wet surfaces. Essential duties include standing and walking for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting or moving items weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Apply through Indeed Submit your resume through Indeed and include your availability and relevant restaurant experience. To request a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, contact Human Resources at or 714-633-7844. Equal opportunity and fair chance Rod Fraser Enterprises, Inc., DBA Rodrigo's Mexican Grill, is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available as required by law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act and applicable local laws. Any criminal history review will occur only after a conditional offer, as permitted by law.

Pay:

$52,000.00 - $59,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance

Work Location:

In person