Assistant Restaurant Manager

Grand Prairie, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $50,000.00 - $60,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Job Description

Jakes is a dynamic and rapidly growing restaurant group based in North Texas, specifically located in Grand Prairie, TX at 2860 S State Highway 161. Recognized as one of the fastest growing restaurant groups in this region, Jakes emphasizes a culture-driven approach to business, with a mission centered on making a genuine difference in people’s lives. Founded and operated with a commitment to community and excellent service, Jakes has developed multiple restaurant concepts, and with several new store openings planned for 2026, presents exceptional growth opportunities for its team members. The company prides itself on fostering a vibrant, supportive work environment that champions both operational excellence and professional development. Jakes promotes an atmosphere where hard work, passion for great food and service, and dedication to team success are rewarded and encouraged. From its welcoming dining spaces to its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Jakes seeks to ensure that every guest enjoys a memorable and positive dining experience.

The Full-Service Assistant Manager role at Jakes is integral to ensuring that each restaurant location operates smoothly and profitably while consistently delivering on the brand promise known as Our Cause. This promise focuses on providing every guest with an exceptional experience that includes timely service, high-quality hot food, refreshing ice-cold beverages, and a friendly, professional team interaction. The Assistant Manager is responsible for directing and motivating hourly staff, managing costs, initiating local marketing and recruiting efforts, and ensuring adherence to company policies. The position requires a skilled leader capable of coaching and disciplining employees, maintaining service standards, and enforcing sanitation and safety regulations. The role also involves managing financial transactions, including cash handling, credit card processing, and petty cash accountability, with an emphasis on accuracy and security.

This position demands proactive team recruitment, ongoing employee development through training and performance coaching, and effective execution of promotions and inventory control. The Assistant Manager is expected to maintain the brand's standards, foster a fun and professional work environment free from harassment or discrimination, and ensure compliance with health codes and responsible alcohol service regulations. This full-time position offers an annual salary range between $50,000 and $60,000 and includes comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as paid time off. Jakes encourages candidates with diverse management backgrounds, including full service, fine dining, or fast casual, to apply and be part of a culture that values growth, customer service, and employee development. For more information about the company, candidates can visit www.madconceptsgroup.com.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of full service restaurant management experience
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work full-time in person
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to handle cash and credit transactions accurately
Ability to recruit, train, and manage staff
Commitment to maintaining company policies and standards
TABC certification or willingness to obtain

Job Qualifications

Proven experience in full service restaurant management
Strong leadership and team management skills
Ability to motivate and discipline staff effectively
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Proficiency with cash handling and financial transaction management
Experience with recruitment, interviewing, and employee development
Understanding of health code and alcohol service regulations
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Ability to maintain a positive work environment and resolve conflicts professionally
Familiarity with local store marketing and sales driving techniques

Job Duties

Teach, motivate, coach, and discipline all staff including key managers, kitchen crew, and front of house team
Proactively recruit team members to meet or exceed Jakes image and standards
Ensure the 8 Steps of Service are followed and motivate front of house staff to engage with guests
Hold kitchen staff accountable for food quality and sanitation standards
Handle cash responsibly including assigning drawers, computing checkouts and tip shares, and delivering bank deposits
Conduct interviews, hiring, warnings, counseling, terminations, and document all such events
Address issues of discrimination or harassment according to company policies
Maintain a fun, respectful, and professional work atmosphere
Drive sales through excellent operations and local store marketing
Train and develop hourly employees with regular coaching and evaluations
Maintain organized training schedules and materials
Execute food, drink, event, contest, and merchandise promotions
Practice sound inventory control and adhere to recipes and expiration dates
Dress and act professionally and maintain standards of cleanliness and health compliance
Ensure responsible alcohol service and maintain TABC certification for all servers, bartenders, and managers
Dedicate to making Jakes the best restaurant of its class in the country