Assistant Restaurant Manager

At The Mather Tysons—an award-winning, innovative luxury senior living community , the Assistant Restaurant Manager plays a key role in creating an exceptional dining experience within our high-touch, service-driven environment. Guided by Mather’s values of being Inclusive, Resilient, Bold, and Impactful, this role supports our renowned Food & Beverage program, recognized for excellence in wellness-focused dining. In partnership with the Restaurant Manager, you’ll deliver seamless service, lead and develop a talented team, and ensure every resident and guest interaction reflects warmth, respect, and exceptional quality. The Assistant Restaurant Manager is responsible for assisting in overseeing the daily operations of the restaurants. Their duties include training restaurant staff following company policies, speaking with residents and guests to address concerns or solve problems. A successful candidate will have a welcoming personality, the ability to problem solve and multitask. This position reports directly to the Restaurant Manager. This is a full-time, on-site position. Weekend, weeknight, and holiday availability required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Collaborates with Restaurant Manager in the timely selection, orientation, scheduling and on-going training and performance management of restaurant team members. Manages reservation system, assigns server sections at all meal periods that require reservations. Ensures the even flow of guests into the restaurant, to provide a positive resident and guest experience and a quality food product. Supervises the flow of service to ensure that residents, guests, family members, and staff receive quality dining service. Inspects workstations for completion of assigned side work. Responds to resident feedback addressing concerns in a timely, professional manner. Maintains timely and professional communication with the Restaurant Manager, Director of Restaurants and the Executive Chef and shares all food comments and suggestions with the Executive Chef. Works with restaurant management to help ensure budgetary compliance. Responsible, along with the other members of the restaurant supervisory team, to manage and maintain the equipment necessary to successfully operate the restaurants at or above Mather service standards. Coordinates and executes theme meals and/or functions and related billing processes and provides accurate and timely information to the Restaurant Manager so that billing for events/functions can occur and resident satisfaction is ensured. Establishes, operationalizes, engages team members in, and sustains a Quality Assurance Process Improvement process.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Progressive experience in an upscale restaurant and/or Life Plan community. Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and make independent decisions. Proficient in Windows applications including Excel, Word and Outlook. Knowledgeable in Point-of-Sale systems. Knowledgeable in job related federal, state, and local regulations to ensure safe and clean dining environment. Certification in food safety/sanitation and BASSET. Preferred: College degree in culinary or hospitality management Knowledgeable in Online ordering, Online Reservations The salary base wage range provided is a good faith estimate of what Mather reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of the posting. The actual salary rate offered will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, certifications, years of experience, geographic location, and current market conditions. At Mather, we are committed to being inclusive, resilient, bold, and impactful—and that includes offering a total rewards experience designed to support our team members. This position may be eligible to participate in Mather’s benefit plan and the Team Member Appreciation Fund, if applicable. Eligibility for benefits is dependent on employment status and hours worked per pay period. Participation in the Team member Appreciation Fund is not guaranteed and may vary based on factors such as hire date and program eligibility requirements. All benefits are subject to change without notice. Salary Pay Range

$63,000 - $75,000 USD

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.* Team members are eligible for: A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility. A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better) Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations) Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc. Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of: Medical, dental, and vision plans Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Tuition reimbursement for continuing education Extended illness benefits Employee wellness programs Short- and long-term disability insurance Life insurance is available to benefit eligible team members. *Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status. About The Mather: The Mather is a Life Plan Community in Tysons, Virginia, for those 62 and better that defies expectations of what senior living is supposed to be. More than a luxury residence, The Mather is in an enviable walkable, urban neighborhood, close to the Metro and all the DC area has to offer. Opened in March 2024, The Mather includes 293 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens and more. The Mather is located at 7929 Westpark Drive, Tysons. About Mather Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age Well SM , we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work ® , and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row. Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Mather in Tysons