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  • Assistant Restaurant Manager
    Assistant Restaurant Manager
    10 days ago
    Full-time
    Newark

    Job description Position Summary The Assistant Manager will drive the strategic integration of Fresh Coast Restaurant into a unified, scalable restaurant concept while leading daily operations, team performance, and the execution of pop-up and catering initiatives. This role requires a hands-on operator with strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to build systems that support growth without compromising quality, culture, or profitability. Key Responsibilities/Concept Integration & Brand Leadership • Lead the integration of Proven Poke and Fresh Coast into a single, cohesive brand and operating model, • Partner with ownership and culinary leadership to align menu development, service standards, pricing, and brand positioning, • Design, implement, and enforce standardized operating procedures across all locations and events, • Ensure consistency in guest experience, product quality, and brand execution Restaurant Operations • Oversee all day-to-day operations across front-of-house and back-of-house, • Manage labor, food costs, inventory, scheduling, and vendor relationships, • Track and optimize key performance indicators, including sales, margins, guest satisfaction, and employee retention, • Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and labor regulations Team Leadership & Development • Recruit, train, and develop both management and hourly team members, • Build and maintain a high-performance, accountable, and team-oriented culture, • Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and development, • Lead by example through active floor and kitchen presence Pop-Up & Catering Operations • Plan and execute pop-up restaurants and catering events from concept through completion, • Oversee logistics including staffing, menu execution, equipment, transportation, and setup, • Serve as the on-site leader to ensure seamless operations and exceptional guest experiences, • Identify and pursue new opportunities to expand catering and pop-up revenue streams Financial & Strategic Management • Develop and manage operational and event budgets, • Analyze financial performance and implement strategies to achieve profitability targets, • Support growth initiatives, including new locations, partnerships, and special projects Qualifications • 5+ years of restaurant management experience; multi-unit or concept development experience preferred, • Proven leadership in fast-casual or full-service environments, • Strong financial, operational, and organizational capabilities, • Experience with catering, pop-ups, or off-site events preferred, • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, • Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and event-based schedules Core Competencies • Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong passion for hospitality, • Ability to build scalable systems while remaining agile, • Detail-oriented with strong strategic awareness, • Commitment to brand integrity and guest-first service Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Application Question(s): • What is the pay range that you are desiring for this job? Experience: • Restaurant management: 3 years (Preferred) License/Certification: • ServSafe (Required) Ability to Commute: • Newark, NJ 07102 (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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  • Operations Manager
    Operations Manager
    26 days ago
    $50000–$60000 yearly
    Full-time
    Fairfield

    Responsibilities: 1. Assist in day to day operations of the Showroom., 2. Provide exceptional customer experience to all scheduled appointments and walk-ins., 3. Greeting and directing visitors, answering phone inquiries in a courteous, professional manner., 4. Answering customer questions, providing information, taking and processing orders and addressing complaints., 5. Maintain professional communication with customers and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction., 6. Make follow up phone calls with consumers & business partners., 7. Plan routes and meet delivery schedules., 8. Ensure office supplies are maintained, including checking inventory and working with vendors to ensure adequate levels of necessary supplies at all times., 9. Occasionally travel off-site to deliver goods as required., 10. Ensure the confidentiality and security of files and filing systems., 11. Prepare accurate and timely, weekly and monthly reports, maintain an updated inventory and complete stock counts and submit the yearly corresponding reports at the end of year., 12. Maintain clear record of warehouse register, warehouse inspection reports, spot checks reports, discrepancy reports, disposal documentation, delivery reports, waybills, store releases, stock cards, etc., 13. Assist the Showroom Manager in placing sample orders for sales team., 14. Support Showroom Manager in planning, organizing and executing all Showroom events., 15. Merchandise displays and ensure brand standards are maintained within the Showroom., 16. Be responsible for account checking and follow up bill payments., 17. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Requirements: 1. University degree holder in any discipline., 2. Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in the stone\cabinet industry and sales experience is a plus., 3. Strong reporting, presentation, and analytical skills. Mature, detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working under minimal supervision., 4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to lead, supervise, and develop teams.

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