Assistant Manager – Francesco’s Ristorante (Maitland, FL)
About Us: Francesco’s Ristorante is an award-winning Italian restaurant known for its authentic cuisine, warm hospitality, and family atmosphere. We take pride in providing an exceptional dining experience, from handcrafted dishes to attentive service.
Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced and motivated
Assistant Manager to join our leadership team. The ideal candidate will have
3–5 years of restaurant management experience and a passion for hospitality, teamwork, and excellence. This individual will assist in daily operations, staff management, and guest satisfaction, ensuring that our standards of quality and service are consistently met.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations.
- Lead and motivate front-of-house staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
- Maintain a positive and professional work environment.
- Manage employee scheduling, training, and performance.
- Handle guest feedback promptly and professionally.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.
- Support inventory management and cost control initiatives.
- Assist in hiring, onboarding, and developing team members.
Qualifications:
- 3–5 years of restaurant management experience (fine dining or upscale casual preferred).
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to lead by example and foster teamwork.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Working knowledge of POS systems (SpotOn experience is a plus).
- Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- A passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.