Chianti Pizzeria is a casual dining restaurant specializing in fresh pasta, pizza, and panuozzo , a new concept we are excited to introduce to our customers. We are looking for a qualified and experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our team and help oversee the day-to-day operations of the restaurant. This is a new restaurant with anticipated opening in the beginning of October. This is a hands-on management position for someone who understands the food and hospitality industry, knows how to manage a team, and can help keep restaurant operations running efficiently. Key Responsibilities Assist with the daily management and operations of the restaurant Create and manage employee schedules based on business needs and staffing levels Handle payroll accurately and on time Hire, train, supervise, and manage restaurant employees Monitor employee performance, attendance, and adherence to company policies Lead and motivate staff to provide excellent customer service Oversee opening and closing procedures Manage and troubleshoot the Toast POS system , including orders, payments, menu items, discounts, and employee functions Ensure proper food handling, sanitation, cleanliness, and safety standards are consistently maintained Monitor food quality, portioning, presentation, and consistency Assist with inventory management, ordering, and controlling food costs Handle customer concerns and resolve issues professionally Work closely with ownership and management to improve restaurant operations and profitability Help maintain an organized, professional, and positive work environment Take a hands-on approach and assist wherever needed during busy shifts Qualifications Previous restaurant management experience required Strong knowledge of restaurant and food service operations Proven experience managing restaurant employees and teams Experience with employee scheduling and payroll Toast POS experience required Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and restaurant procedures Excellent communication and leadership skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational and problem-solving skills Reliable, professional, and able to take ownership of responsibilities Comfortable working hands-on alongside staff during busy service Availability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is an experienced restaurant professional and leader who understands what it takes to run a successful restaurant. You should be comfortable managing people, handling scheduling and payroll, working with POS systems, addressing operational issues, and making decisions during busy service. We are looking for someone who can step into the role, take responsibility, and become a dependable part of the management team . Experience with Italian or casual dining restaurants is a plus, but strong overall restaurant management experience is the priority. What We Offer Competitive compensation based on experience, 90 day probationary period with chance to get up to $62,400 annually upon satisfactory performance. Opportunity to take on a meaningful management role in a growing restaurant Supportive and team-oriented work environment Potential for increased responsibility and advancement based on performance