Assistant Manager

Famous Manager Opportunity

Do you want to be part of an Authentic, Award-Winning and Legendary BBQ Team? At Famous Dave's Managers have the unique opportunity to learn both the Front of House and Back of House positions within our restaurants. Once you have successfully completed the Manager in Training (MIT) program, you will be a Manager working with some of the best in the business! We'll give you the training, all you need to do is bring a great attitude, and a love of great BBQ! Want to be FAMOUS? Submit your online application and get your BBQ journey started!

What else we offer...

• Paid vacation and health benefits
• Flexible schedule
• Competitive pay
• Opportunity to grow and advance within our organization
• Discounts on Famous BBQ (of course!)
• The opportunity to be Famous!

Who we're looking for...

They don't call you Famous if you're just pretty good... so we'll provide you the training that makes you FAMOUS! Famous Dave's expects you to learn both Front of House and Back of House operations. During your training you will work closely with an experienced Manager and Team Members on projects such as preparing food, performance evaluations, and personnel development. Now with what will be expected of you! As an Assistant Restaurant Manager you will be expected to lead, train and coach all team members to provide a great guest experience. Uphold our companies Vision, Values, Culture and have strong passion to serve and manage the overall operation of the restaurant. Maximize sales and restaurant profitability. Participate in interviewing, hiring, training and developing our team members. Conduct weekly inventory to minimize waste and control costs. Must be a motivational leader who enjoys working in a fast paced environment! Ability to work a flexible schedule.

Still with us? Here are the SMOKIN' details

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2 or 4-year degree in hospitality related field preferred, however an equivalent combination of education and professional experience will also be considered
• 2+years previous restaurant management experience preferred

Skills/Competencies/Certifications:

• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Superior people management skills, communication and listening skills required
• Must be self-motivated and detail oriented
• Have a passion for the brand and for teaching others
• Ability to quickly grasp and retain new ideas and concepts and incorporate them into daily work activities is required
• Ability to effectively communicate with others (e.g., with Team Members, Guests, Vendors, etc.) required
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills required
• Superior Guest service, communication and listening skills required
• Must be flexible and adaptable to change
• Required to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends and holidays
• NRA ServSafe Food and Alcohol certifications preferred
• Working knowledge of labor laws, health codes, safe food handling and sanitation, alcohol safety, safety and security systems and procedures, and computer operations preferred