Assistant Restaurant Manager - Halifax, Canada - The Lion's Head Tavern

The Lion's Head Tavern

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Halifax, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Lions Head Tavern Job Description - Assistant Manager

The Assistant manager position is designed to support, maintain and execute the restaurants standards of quality in food and beverage service.

The Front of House Manager is responsible for the smooth execution and organization of all restaurant operations, as well as a supporting role in the delivery of amazing food, beverage & service.

The FOH Manager is a member of the management team responsible for quality, labour and beverage related costs.

This position also plays a key role in development of our guest service programs and managing group and event reservations.

The FOH Manager plays an active sales role in promoting and garnering event business and acts as a role model, coach, leader, and ambassador for the Lions Head Tavern brand.

Major Responsibilities

As a member of the management team, work to plan, coordinate, execute, supervise and evaluate all activities of a fastpaced restaurant, and provide excellent service to a wide variety of guests' needs
Play a key role in the cycle of service, including handson and supervisory responsibility, ensuring that all products are produced in a timely and efficient manner, and meets the Lions Head Tavern's standards for taste, quality and appearance
Hire, train, supervise and schedule staff members in the FOH. Ensure that staffing levels are necessary for providing great guest experiences, while adhering to labour budgets
Maintain a flexible work schedule in order to be available for busy service times, while completing all other workrelated responsibilities. Ensure high visibility and availability to guests and associates
Development of staff in all the areas, motivate staff, resolve staff issues and promote a positive work environment
Ordering of all restaurants supplies for successful execution
Beverage recipe creation and upkeep of recipe data base
Uphold systems and standards of FOH operations by leading with professional examples and spotchecking
Accountable for supporting standards of cleanliness, timing, uniform, grooming, organization, production, food and beverage quality, and consistency
Monitors daily prep production of food to ensure readiness for service periods
Expected to train all FOH positions, systems, and use of equipment
Ensures high level of cleanliness
Notify the Operations Manager of any repairs required in the restaurant
Supervise and prepare FOH cleaning schedules and side duty lists
Responsible for checking all fridge temperatures are logged in a timely manner
Manages daily labour costs

Knowledge and Skills

Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and written
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and with eagerness
Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively and adapt to change
Enjoy a challenge and have fun doing it
Ability to create a work environment that encourages collaboration, contribution, creativity, frankness, honesty and shared respect
Able to make positive decisions under pressure
Adept at leading the entire restaurant team during times of elevated pressure
Able to conduct a new staff hire interview process

Education and / or Experience