Assistant Restaurant Manager

Assistant Restaurant Manager – Forbes 5-Star Luxury Hotel

Location: Los Angeles County, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $80,000 – $90,000 / year

Company: OnTarget Executive Search (on behalf of our luxury hospitality partner)

About the Role

Are you a passionate hospitality leader with a dedication to flawless service? A premier Forbes 5-Star luxury hotel in Los Angeles County is seeking an experienced, sophisticated Assistant Restaurant Manager to support our elevated fine dining operations.

In this role, you will be a vital part of our leadership team, fostering a warm, world-class environment for both guests and staff. You will oversee daily operations, champion Leading Quality Assurance (LQA) standards, and ensure that every dining experience is nothing short of exceptional. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-end luxury environment and are ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, we want to hear from you.

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of restaurant management experience specifically within a fine dining environment.
• Hospitality Background: Restaurant management experience within a hotel or resort environment is required (a combination of hotel restaurant management and fine dining is considered).
• The Gold Standard: Prior experience in a Forbes 5-Star hotel setting is highly preferred.
• Technical Savvy: High proficiency with Toast and OpenTable systems.
• Certifications: Current Manager ServSafe and TIPS certifications are required.
• Physical Capability: Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry an average weight of 30 lbs constantly throughout a shift.
• Core Strengths: Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with a polished presence suited for luxury hospitality environments.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Daily Leadership: Oversee daily restaurant operations during scheduled shifts, including opening/closing procedures, and supervise all areas in the absence of the Restaurant General Manager.
• Guest Relations: Create a warm, hospitable atmosphere; handle guest interactions and professionally resolve any concerns regarding food quality, service, or accommodations.
• Team Development: Train, coach, evaluate, and support service staff performance while maintaining strict discipline and service standards.
• Operational Excellence: Manage weekly/monthly inventories, compile and balance daily cash receipts, ensure proper staffing levels align with business volume, and manage labor cost objectives.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain strict compliance with hotel standards, federal/state/local health regulations, and LQA (Leading Quality Assurance) expectations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the culinary team to ensure seamless service quality, and assist with the planning and execution of banquet and event operations.
• Facilities & Logistics: Ensure all equipment is clean and well-maintained; oversee that all product deliveries are received in the correct count and condition according to company policy.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $80,000 – $90,000 annual salary
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Financial Security: 401(k) program & Life Insurance
• Tax Savings: Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Perks: The opportunity to work and grow within a premier, world-renowned Forbes 5-Star luxury hospitality setting