Food Service - Assistant Manager

Job Description Posted Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Expires Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 9:59 AM Who Is Bristol Farms? Since opening our first market in Rolling Hills, CA, Bristol Farms has brought people together around a love for cooking and sharing delicious food. We have worked to create a community of curious foodies – people who enjoy exploring the aisles and discovering new and exciting ingredients. We know that in order to achieve this goal, we must provide the freshest, highest‑quality, locally sourced meat, seafood, and produce, complement it with an awesome array of groceries in each aisle, and create an extraordinary experience for every guest. To create that experience, we rely on our amazing team members and leaders to provide extraordinary service; and to create a fun, interactive, and engaging environment where we invite the guests to participate in the experience. We seek out team members who not only enjoy food but are passionate about it. Team members who thrive in a fast‑paced environment can still maintain a calm demeanor, have a positive attitude, and work well in a team environment. People who are warm, outgoing, authentically amazing, and want to be inspired, challenged, and proud of where they work. We look for team members who can connect with people and reach a level of hospitality that exceeds guests' expectations. Ingredients You'll Bring to the Table You love food and can create an experience that is beyond the everyday. You have a positive attitude and work well in a team environment. You can connect with people and reach a level of hospitality that exceeds guests' expectations. You are warm, outgoing, authentically amazing, and want to be inspired, challenged, and proud of where you work. You embody a spirit of entrepreneurship and mutual respect. You approach every situation with a YES! attitude and seek to find a solution to all opportunities that arise. Job Title: Assistant Food Service Manager Department: Food Service Reports to: Food Service Manager FLSA Status: Nonexempt Summary This is a management position. The Assistant Food Service Manager must have the confidence, commitment, and motivation to move their staff and themselves towards success. Key personality traits and skills to accomplish this are: strong communication skills, good listening skills, strong leadership skills; must be self‑motivated, observant, perceptive, decisive, flexible, patient, supportive, and must possess a strong sense of urgency in all duties performed. Due to Bristol Farms’ goals and structure, the Assistant Food Service Manager should also be open to growth and expansion. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The Assistant Food Service Manager will assist the Food Service Manager in all aspects of the operation of the Food Service Department. This includes, but is not limited to, operations, planning, directing, managing, and achieving targeted profits. In addition, the Assistant Food Service Manager is responsible for staff development. Developing and instilling positive morale is the key to success of the Café. He or she also performs the following duties (other duties may be assigned): Leads by example; models correct behavior and adherence to company policies and procedures. Assists in controlling all issues pertaining to profit of Food Service including food cost, labor, and supplies. Supervises and exhibits working knowledge of all areas pertaining to Food Service including operating the cash register, wait service, bussing tables, cooking online, sandwich cook, prep cook, expediter, and dishwashing. Is responsible for working above areas as needed to run the Food Service daily. Must be familiar with menu and be able to answer customer questions concerning menu ingredients and how each item is prepared. Also ensures staff is able to answer all questions concerning the menu. Takes food orders, delivers food, makes, and delivers drinks, coffee, espresso, checks groceries, cross‑trains on deli counter and covers all service positions when needed. Follows and enforces liquor laws implicitly in every regard including, but not limited to, the verification and authenticity of valid, acceptable identification. Is responsible for ensuring that all alcohol served is to persons aged 21 and over. As mandated by California state law; Servers of alcoholic beverages must be 18 years old or older. Audits cash drawers on a regular basis and reports results to Store Director. When assisting with schedule writing considers busy times and places talent accordingly. Works closely with Chefs, Cooks, Servers, and Food Service cashier to establish teamwork between the kitchen staff and Servers/Cashiers to ensure customers are being served in a timely manner. From the time the customer places the order to the time they get their food should be no more than 12 minutes. Assists Food Service Manager when placing orders with Vendors/Central Kitchen to ensure that all food ordered is utilized (no shrink). Assists Food Service Manager in ordering for Food Service, perishable and non‑perishables including Central Kitchen, checks invoices to make sure we are receiving correct items and being charged properly. Assists Food Service Manager with monthly inventory. Handles customer complaints, examines returned merchandise, and resolves problems to restore and promote good public relations. Maintains a clean and sanitary work area at all times. Knows all cleaning chemicals authorized in the Food Service area and understands proper usage. Trains staff how to properly handle all cleaning chemicals in Food Service. Follows and trains all Food Service employees on safe food handling procedures as mandated by health authorities. Follows the FIFO rotation system. Covers, labels, and dates all leftover foods. Utilizes leftover foods before opening new product. Inspects food and food preparation; including measuring temperatures throughout the preparation process, to maintain quality and sanitation in accordance with the FDA and local health departmental codes and Bristol Farms stringent standards. Follows safety work standards and reports any safety hazards to Store Director. Reports on and investigates all accidents which occur in the Food Service Department. Assures that all reports and investigations comply with the Cal‑Osha SB198 rules and regulations. Assists with safety training in Food Service and reports unsafe conditions to Store Director. Reports all broken or hazardous equipment to Store Director. Sets up side work programs for all areas in the Food Service opening and closing list. Ensures all opening and closing procedures have been done. Supports, implements, and follows through on new programs Executive Chef develops. Ensures all work areas are stocked and ready for business; staff should not leave work area during busy periods of the day/night. Availability requirements include but are not limited to days, evenings, weekends, holidays & occasional overnight. Follows and enforces policies, and procedures set forth in the employee handbook at all times. At all times, meets and exceeds Bristol Farms standards in extraordinary food, customer service, quality, and cleanliness. Supervisory Responsibilities Is responsible for assisting the Food Service Manager in the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the Food Service. Carries out supervisory responsibilities including but not limited to training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining staff members; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Customer Service Skills Assistant Food Service Managers are expected to provide customer service that is extraordinary and exceeds the expectations of our customers. They are required to follow established policies and guidelines that go beyond simply smiling and greeting customers. Going above and beyond encompasses attitudes, respect, and flexibility. Assistant Food Service Managers are expected to have a positive can‑do attitude; to treat others with respect; and easily adjust to changes in the workplace. Education and/or Experience Must have experience and background as a Food Service Shift Supervisor in other food service industries, which includes but not limited to restaurants, hotels, country clubs, or gourmet markets. One year certificate from college or technical school and/or minimum one year work related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as procedure manuals, safety rules, recipes, operating and maintenance instructions. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to speak, read, and understand Spanish is a plus. Knowledge of English This is a customer‑service driven position. The candidate must have the ability to speak, read and understand English. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages and volume. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to resolve conflicts in such a manner to create a win‑win situation. Ability to analyze a variety of situations, think through to a solution and implement the solution. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands to finger; handle or feel object, tools, or controls; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate & occasionally loud. Why You’ll Love Working at Bristol Farms Amazing earning potential, paid weekly! A values‑based culture that will engage and empower your growth and development A strong training program that will build your guest service skills Opportunity for growth within our family of brands Benefits available – Including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) Numerous scholarship opportunities available to full & part time team members 20% discount at all Bristol Farms and Lazy Acres locations $60 credit to Shoes for Crews every 6 months of employment #J-18808-Ljbffr Bristol Farms