Restaurant Assistant Manager - Contemporary American Confidential Syosset, NY Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $80,000 a year 9 days ago Qualifications Food quality maintenance Staff supervision Wine knowledge Fine dining experience Assistant manager experience Team development Leadership Full Job Description Restaurant Assistant Manager We are seeking an experienced and motivated Restaurant Assistant Manager to support the daily operations of our restaurant. This position works closely with the General Manager to maintain high standards of hospitality, service, staff performance, and overall restaurant operations. Key Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager with day-to-day restaurant operations.
• Supervise FOH staff, including servers, bartenders, hosts, bussers, and runners.
• Lead pre-shift meetings and communicate menu changes, specials, reservations, VIP guests, and service expectations.
• Maintain a strong floor presence and ensure guests receive attentive, professional service.
• Handle guest concerns and resolve service issues professionally.
• Monitor reservations, table flow, seating, and overall dining room operations.
• Train, coach, and provide ongoing feedback to employees.
• Ensure staff follow uniform, grooming, attendance, and service standards.
• Assist with employee scheduling and shift coverage.
• Monitor opening and closing procedures and ensure all side work is completed.
• Work closely with the kitchen and bar teams to maintain smooth communication during service.
• Monitor food and beverage quality and presentation.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, receiving, and maintaining proper stock levels when needed.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation, food safety, alcohol service, and workplace safety standards.
• Assist with POS procedures, cash handling, comps, voids, and end-of-day reports.
• Help create a positive, professional, and accountable team environment.
• Step into the General Manager's responsibilities when the GM is unavailable. Qualifications
• Previous restaurant management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of full-service restaurant operations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong guest-service and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Knowledge of food, wine, cocktails, and hospitality standards is a plus.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Must be reliable, organized, hands-on, and comfortable leading a team.

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Experience:

Fine dining: 3 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person