Assistant Manager Jobs in Lake Forest, CA

The Assistant Manager in the hospitality industry plays a crucial role in the smooth operation of the establishment, such as hotels or restaurants. They are responsible for overseeing the daily operations, ensuring the highest level of customer service is provided, scheduling staff shifts, managing financials, and resolving customer complaints. They also assist the Manager with strategic planning, staff training, and implementing operational improvements. In some cases, they may also be involved in hiring and employee evaluations.

An Assistant Manager should have exceptional communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. They should also have a strong understanding of customer service and the ability to solve problems efficiently. Some certifications that would be advantageous for this role include a Degree in Hospitality Management, and certificates in Food Safety and First Aid Training. Prior to becoming an Assistant Manager, one could have roles such as Guest Services Representative, Front Desk Supervisor, or Restaurant Supervisor, which provides valuable experience in operations and customer service.

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KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Laguna Niguel, CA (5 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Laguna Niguel, CA (5 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant that is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. This means your application will be reviewed by the franchisee who will make any hiring...

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager - Hourly

  • Anaheim, CA (22 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (22 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant that is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. This means your application will be reviewed by the franchisee who will make any hiring...

LifeCafe Assistant Leader

  • Cypress, CA (24 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cypress, CA (24 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary The LifeCafe Assistant Manager assists in managing and overseeing the cafe with the Cafe Manager....

Assistant Director of Finance and Accounting

  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Number 24216538 Job Category Finance & Accounting Location The Resort at Pelican Hill, 22701 South Pelican Hill Road, Newport Beach, California, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time...

Overnight Assistant Manager - Room Operations

  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping...

Assistant Director of Engineering

  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Conducting Human Resources Activities Supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met. Helps train employees in safety procedures....

Assistant Kitchen Manager

  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Join the largest delivery-first restaurant group in the United States! Location: 1750 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA 92627 Schedule: Full-Time - AM, PM, Mid Shifts Hourly Pay: $24 - $26 Benefits:...

Assistant Manager

  • Yorba Linda, CA (20 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Yorba Linda, CA (20 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The Assistant Manager will be responsible for directing the overall operation of the restaurant, from hiring and overseeing a team of employees that deliver exceptional guest service to managing the...

Assistant Manager - Room Operations

  • Anaheim, CA (22 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (22 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 4 days ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping...

Pacific Water Spa Assistant Director ($66,100 - $95,700)

  • Huntington Beach, CA (18 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (18 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 4 days ago

service · Resolve customer complaints as appropriate to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and quality · Implement procedures to increase guest and associate satisfaction · Exercise quality...

Assistant Manager

  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Providing leadership to the restaurant team to consistently meet standards of superior guest service, quality and cleanliness while embracing the Firehouse Subs "culture" and mission and vision statements...

Assistant Manager

  • Fountain Valley, CA (15 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (15 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 7 days ago

ASSISTANT MANAGER Carrols LLC is the largest Burger King Franchise. We own and operate over 800 Burger King Restaurants....

Associate Manager, International Finance

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Who is Taco Bell? Taco Bell was born and raised in California and has been around since 1962. We went from selling everyone's favorite Crunchy Tacos on the West Coast to a global brand with 8,200+...

Associate Manager, Facilities

  • Anaheim, CA (22 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (22 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Associate Manager, Facilities L3Harris Technologies Today Secret Unspecified Unspecified Construction/Facilities Anaheim, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing...

Service Manager / Front of House Assistant Manager

  • Huntington Beach, CA (18 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (18 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Job Title: Service Manager / Front of House Assistant Manager Reports To: Restaurant General Manager Summary of Position: Work in concert with restaurant general manager and in the absence of such manager...

Demographic Data for Lake Forest, CA

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Salary for Assistant Manager Jobs in Lake Forest, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Assistant Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Assistant Managers in Lake Forest, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.1%
High School or GED
26.9%
Associate's Degree
16.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.4%
Master's Degree
7.3%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Assistant Managers in Lake Forest, CA
4-6 years
36.0%
2-4 years
20.6%
None
18.7%
Less than 1 year
18.3%
1-2 years
3.6%
6-8 years
1.5%
8-10 years
0.8%
10+ years
0.5%



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