Assistant Manager - Restaurant

Job Title: Assistant Manager - Restaurant

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Hours: Full-time

Pay Rate: Starts at $21.96/hour

Summary:

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is seeking an Assistant Manager to assist in all aspects of the Treetops Restaurant operations. In the absence of the Food & Beverage Manager, this position would assume responsibility for the restaurant. 

Duties and Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

• Assist in supervising restaurant operations and employees (45- 75 employees).
• Prepare schedules for staffing the restaurant.
• Assist in placing weekly food, beverage, food supply, and janitorial supply orders for the restaurant and preventative maintenance records & inventory.
• Assist in maintaining records of product received and transferred to all Food & Beverage departments and other zoo departments.
• Assist in maintaining a controlled and secured inventory of quality products.
• Assist in supervising catering staff and food preparation as needed.
• Assist in daily opening, closing, and sanitation procedures; keep areas around buildings clean.
• Be knowledgeable of/and properly train employees on the acceptable procedures for food preparation and presentation.
• Maintain cash control policy and procedures are followed.
• Monitor compliance of all food & safety handling procedures.
• Monitor compliance of Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo operational guidelines. 
• Attend scheduled department meetings.
• Ensure the restaurant maintains the standards set by the Zoo in quality, safety, service, and cleanliness for employees and customers.
• Assist in supervising the department’s recycling program.
• Monitor and maintain weekly/bi-monthly/or monthly inventory as needed.
• Cross train to work in all areas of Food & Beverage department and Guest Service areas as needed.
• Assist at special events in Food & Beverage Department.

Requirements, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• High school graduate with three years of experience in food service management. 
• Certification of special training is helpful including, but not limited to: front line supervision, cash handling management, and compliance of health regulations and sanitary standards.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to work with a variety of people.
• Outgoing personality with enthusiasm to present a positive image of the zoo.
• Ability to multi-task in a variety of the daily operation of the restaurant.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Capable of operating and training personnel on point of sale cash register system.
• Knowledge of restaurant supplies, equipment, and ordering as well as inventory control.
• Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and possess a valid driver's license with a good driving history. 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and som