Assistant Manager
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LocationHokes Bluff, AL, US
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience1+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 12, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live3h ago
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At least six months of restaurant management experience or one year of retail management experience
Experience running a restaurant shift without supervision
General restaurant or retail knowledge
Knowledge of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws (e.g., wage and hour laws; EEO laws, etc.)
Knowledge of federal, state, and local health and safety laws and regulations
Basic computer, math, and reading skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Problem-solving, multi-tasking, decision-making, leadership, time-management, and conflict-resolution skills
Regular attendance
Minimum 30 hours per week; irregular hours; nights; weekends; and holidays
Continuous standing, bending, reaching, moving, stooping, stretching, and lifting in a restaurant environment
Move and stock food product weighing up to 50 pounds
Skills
Basic computer
Position: Assistant Manager
Immediate Supervisor: General Manager/Operating Partner
Status: Nonexempt
Position Summary: This position assists with the leading and managing of the drive-in’s operations and employees during an assigned shift.
Essential Job Duties:
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Train, manage, direct, coach, lead, and assign drive-in employees during shift
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Lead and manage drive-in operations during shift to provide an optimal guest experience
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Manage staffing levels during shift
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Perform opening and/or closing duties
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Handle and properly escalate guest issues/concerns during shift
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Handle and properly escalate employee issues/concerns
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Monitor and manage the drive-in’s food, labor, paper, and inventory during shift to maximize cost-control, operational efficiency, quality standards, and customer service
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Assist with preparation and maintenance of drive-in records
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Comply with and enforce all company policies, procedures, and operational standards
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Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
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Perform all station duties (fountain & frozen, dresser, front swamp, back swamp, grill, switchboard, expeditor, food prep, and drive-thru (if applicable)) as necessary during shift to meet operational standards
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Perform regular cleaning and sanitation duties – including trash disposal, mopping, sweeping, washing dishes and food preparation tools, wiping counters, sanitizing food preparation areas, cleaning equipment, and emptying used grease – pursuant to operational standards
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Regular attendance
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
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Move and stock food product weighing up to 50 pounds
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Perform other job-related duties as assigned or required
Time/Shift Expectations: Minimum of 30 hours per week; irregular hours; nights; weekends; and holidays
Qualifications and Job Requirements:
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Experience
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At least six months of restaurant management experience or one year of retail management experience
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Experience running a restaurant shift without supervision
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Knowledge/Skills
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General restaurant or retail knowledge
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Knowledge of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws (e.g., wage and hour laws; EEO laws, etc.)
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Knowledge of federal, state, and local health and safety laws and regulations
•
Basic computer, math, and reading skills
•
Effective verbal and written communication skills
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Problem-solving, multi-tasking, decision-making, leadership, time-management, and conflict-resolution skills
Work Environment: Continuous standing, bending, reaching, moving, stooping, stretching, and lifting in a restaurant environment; frequent exposure to heat and hot liquid shortening while cooking; frequent exposure to freezer when stocking food items; occasional exposure to extreme temperatures based on variable weather conditions
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