A Restaurant or Food Service Manager oversees daily operations at a restaurant or an institution that serves meals such as a college or hospital. Hires, trains and supervises food service workers, manages meal and work schedules, supervises supply orders, food preparation and the quality of food and service, and monitors compliance with health regulations.
Competitive salary based on experience About the Role Gnat's Landing is seeking an experienced, hands-on Assistant General Manager to join our leadership team. This position combines operational leadership with administrative responsibilities and plays a key role in supporting the General Manager, ownership, and management team in the daily success of the restaurant. The ideal candidate is a motivated leader who enjoys developing people, improving operations, and creating an outstanding guest experience while working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Key Responsibilities Interview, train, coach, and develop team members. Conduct performance evaluations and promote accountability, teamwork, and company standards. Maintain restaurant standards for cleanliness, food quality, safety, and organization. Lead by example to deliver exceptional hospitality and a positive team culture. Resolve guest concerns professionally while ensuring consistent service standards. Foster strong communication and collaboration between all departments. Support ongoing employee development and training initiatives. Support scheduling, payroll reviews, labor management, inventory, ordering, and operational systems. Assist in overseeing daily restaurant operations, ensuring efficient execution across both front- and back-of-house. Assist with administrative projects, menu updates, and continuous improvement initiatives. Help manage operational reporting, documentation, scheduling, and restaurant systems including Toast POS and other management software. Schedule Expectations This position includes a combination of management floor shifts and administrative responsibilities. 45-55 hours per week 20-30 hours of operational floor leadership 20-25 hours of administrative responsibilities Qualifications Previous restaurant management experience required (Assistant General Manager, FOH Manager, Kitchen Manager, or similar leadership role preferred) Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Experience with restaurant POS and scheduling systems preferred Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays Why Join Gnat's Landing? For more than 20 years, Gnat's Landing has been a Statesboro favorite known for great food, outstanding hospitality, and a strong team culture. We believe in developing leaders from within and providing opportunities for growth, ownership, and long-term success. If you're passionate about hospitality, leadership, and building great teams, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Gnat's Landing leadership team.
