Assistant Restaurant Manager - Upscale Family Dining

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Restaurant Manager Needed in Waldorf, Maryland

Compensation & Schedule

Base salary up to $70,000 , based on experience

Schedule: 5-day work weeks | 1 close per week

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Meal discounts
• Structured training and career advancement

The Role

This is a floor-level leadership position at a high-volume seafood concept where operational consistency and genuine hospitality drive the guest experience. You will work alongside the General Manager to keep daily operations running at full strength — front and back of house.

What You'll Do

• Support daily FOH and BOH operations to deliver consistent service and food quality
• Coach and develop hourly team members to established performance standards
• Assist in managing labor and food costs to hit financial targets
• Participate in recruiting, onboarding, and ongoing training
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety protocols
• Resolve guest concerns quickly and with care

What You Bring

• 2+ years of management experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
• Strong ability to lead, motivate, and retain hourly teams
• Working knowledge of labor management and cost controls
• ServSafe certification or equivalent preferred
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays

Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 list of “America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms,” wants your expertise in the hospitality industry. Wondering how you can benefit from using Gecko?
• Imagine your resume in front of thousands of hospitality industry heads.
• From Las Vegas Casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko’s got you covered in all 50 states and Canada!
• Gecko has the largest selection of management positions in all facets of the hospitality industry including, but not limited to, restaurants, hotels, resorts, and clubs.
• Gecko has better opportunities for what you want with the exceptional pay you deserve.
• Gecko has over 120 dedicated hospitality experts to find your perfect fit.
• With over 80 regional offices, Gecko will place you in the most sought-after professional management positions in the industry. • Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well-respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.
Let Go, and Let Gecko take your career to a whole new level. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.

Company Description

Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 list of “America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms,” wants your expertise in the hospitality industry. Wondering how you can benefit from using Gecko?\r\n• Imagine your resume in front of thousands of hospitality industry heads.\r\n• From Las Vegas Casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko’s got you covered in all 50 states and Canada!\r\n• Gecko has the largest selection of management positions in all facets of the hospitality industry including, but not limited to, restaurants, hotels, resorts, and clubs.\r\n• Gecko has better opportunities for what you want with the exceptional pay you deserve.\r\n• Gecko has over 120 dedicated hospitality experts to find your perfect fit.\r\n• With over 80 regional offices, Gecko will place you in the most sought-after professional management positions in the industry. • Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well-respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.\r\nLet Go, and Let Gecko take your career to a whole new level. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.