Assistant Restaurant Manager - $65,000/year Depending on Experience

Peppermill Restaurant & Fireside Lounge is a well-established dining and entertainment venue known for its exceptional guest service and vibrant atmosphere. The restaurant is part of a larger hospitality setting that often includes a casino, providing a dynamic environment where food, beverage, and hospitality operations intersect. Peppermill emphasizes quality, professionalism, and customer satisfaction, making it a preferred destination for both locals and visitors seeking a memorable dining experience. The combination of its excellent menu offerings, attentive service, and inviting ambiance positions Peppermill Restaurant & Fireside Lounge as a leader in the local hospitality industry. The role of Assistant Restaurant Manager at Peppermill Restaurant & Fireside Lounge is an integral leadership position that requires a highly motivated individual capable of managing both front and back of house operations. This position is responsible for ensuring the highest level of guest satisfaction by overseeing daily restaurant activities, including food preparation, service excellence, staff management, and cost control. The Assistant Restaurant Manager will work closely with the Purchasing Department and upper management to maintain inventory, develop menus, and achieve financial goals. This role demands a hands-on leader who can guide staff, foster a positive and professional work environment, and address guest concerns promptly to maintain the restaurant's strong reputation. The successful candidate will be involved in a variety of critical functions such as supervising the preparation of high-quality products, managing food, beverage, and labor costs, ensuring compliance with food safety protocols, and collaborating with team members to maintain cleanliness and organizational standards. They will play a key role in staff development through counseling, training, and performance evaluations, ensuring all employees adhere to appearance and dress code standards. This role also involves communication with multiple departments to streamline operational systems like the Micros system and proactively identifying business needs to implement effective solutions. Working at Peppermill Restaurant & Fireside Lounge offers the opportunity to be part of a respected hospitality brand where leadership skills are valued and nurtured. The Assistant Restaurant Manager is expected to maintain a balance of operational oversight and a hands-on approach to assist team members whenever necessary. This opportunity is well-suited for candidates who thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment and seek to contribute to a team dedicated to culinary excellence and customer service. Employment is on a full-time basis, ensuring a stable schedule with a focus on weekends and holidays as part of the hospitality industry's demands.