Job Title: Assistant Restaurant Manager
Location: 2296 E Hastings, Vancouver, BC
Hours: 25–40 hours per week (flexible, includes evenings & weekends)

About Us

We’re a small, independent fish restaurant focused on serving high-quality, affordable food in a relaxed, welcoming environment. We pride ourselves on genuine hospitality, efficient service, and a strong connection with our local community.

Role Overview

We’re looking for an experienced, hands-on assistant manager to lead front-of-house operations. This is a working role for someone who thrives during service, leads by example, and is confident managing both people and performance in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Service & Floor Leadership

- Run shifts and lead from the floor, ensuring smooth, high-quality service
- Deliver exceptional customer experiences and build rapport with regulars (remembering names/faces)
- Handle customer feedback and resolve issues professionally
- Run expo for dine-in and takeout orders
- Help to manage and run the food truck at events

Staffing & Labour Management

- Create staff schedules and manage availability
- Actively manage labour during shifts to align with business levels
- Train, support, and motivate team members

Cash Handling & Reporting

- Oversee cash handling procedures and end-of-day cash-outs
- Review, edit, and verify cash reports using Excel
- Ensure accuracy, accountability, and proper reconciliation

Operations & Systems

- Manage takeout orders via POS and phone
- Maintain strong communication between front and back of house
- Ensure service standards and operational efficiency are consistently met

Stock & Inventory





- Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering
- Maintain proper inventory control and reduce waste

Menu Development & Offers

- Edit and update menus based on seasonality
- Improve offerings, including cocktails and in-store promotions

Marketing & Social Media

- Support and manage social media activity (content, engagement, promotions)
- Help drive traffic and build the restaurant’s local presence

Cleanliness & Standards

- Maintain a clean, organized front-of-house environment
- Implement and enforce cleaning schedules and standards

What We’re Looking For

- Proven experience running a restaurant floor
- A valid drivers license is preferred
- Experience scheduling staff and managing labour effectively
- Robust cash handling skills and experience reviewing cash-outs (Excel knowledge preferred)
- Ability to contribute to menu updates and improve product offerings (including cocktails)
- Comfortable with social media promotion and engagement
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- A hands-on leader who leads by example during service
- Genuine enthusiasm for customer service and building relationships with guests

What We Offer

- 25–40 hours per week depending on season
- Competitive hourly wage + tips (based on experience)
- A free staff meal and drink after every shift
- Supportive, team-focused work environment

How to Apply

We’re looking for someone who genuinely enjoys hospitality, takes pride in running a tight operation, and brings energy to both the team and the guest experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.25-$25.69 per hour

Benefits:

- Discounted or free food
- Store discount

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Restaurant Manager (Canada)
🏢 Rumble Fish Restaurants
📍 Canada