Assistant Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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.

1-15 of 42 Jobs

Assistant Front Office Manager

  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 2 days ago

of house equipment and property management systems What are we looking for?...

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 5 days ago

The Assistant Manager role provides a training ground for restaurant management....

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
  • 5 days 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...

Assistant Manager

  • Union, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Union, NJ
  • 5 days ago

management - Preferred Serve Safe Certification - Required Must have reliable transportation Have comprehensive knowledge of operational checklists Must be able to maintain a reliable schedule Education...

Senior Assistant Director, Career and Technical Education (CTE)

  • Union City, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Union City, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Position Description Hudson County Community College Position Vacancy Notice Senior Assistant Director, Career and Technical Education (CTE) (Grant-funded) Office of Career and Transfer Pathways...

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • River Edge, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • River Edge, NJ
  • 8 days ago

and systems are executed Help prepare and complete action plans; implement production, productivity, quality and guest service standards Review guest feedback and restaurant assessment results and...

Assistant Manager

  • Westfield, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Westfield, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Operations & Guest Experience: Oversee daily restaurant operations for both dine-in and takeout, ensuring exceptional guest service and efficiency....

Assistant Manager

  • NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • NJ
  • 11 days ago

Ensure all shifts are appropriately staffed to achieve guest service goals....

Assistant Manager

  • Paramus, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Ensure all shifts are appropriately staffed to achieve guest service goals....

Register/ assistant manager at busy cafe

  • Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • 11 days ago

un Register/ assistant manager at busy cafe compensation: $20.00 an hour employment type: job title: Assistant manager Need an experienced register/ host/ assistant manager at busy cafe 7-3 pm 6 days...

Assistant Director of Golf

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Overview Ramblewood Country Club is a renowned 27-hole parkland-style championship golf course owned and managed by Ron Jaworski Golf. With three separate 9 hole combinations, variety is the spice...

T-Mobile Retail Associate Manager - Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey

  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Overview As a Retail Associate Manager with Verge Mobile, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer experience by assisting the Store Manager with leading, coaching, and...

Field Relief Manager

  • Cinnaminson, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Cinnaminson, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Location: 2101 US Hwy 130 S, Cinnaminson, New Jersey 08077 United States of America If you are good at managing people and relish variety in your life, consider becoming U-Haul Companys newest...

Assistant Manager Hotel Operations- Full Time (Harrah's Atlantic City)

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 17 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the Front Office and Front Services areas of the Hotel for Harrahs Atlantic City. DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: Supervisor Front Services Supervisor Front Office KEY JOB...

Assistant Manager

  • Vineland, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Vineland, NJ
  • 17 days ago

Position Description As an Applebee's Assistant Manager, you will be engaged in all aspects of the day-to-day operations at the restaurant....

Demographic Data for New Jersey

Moving to New Jersey? Find some basic demographic data about New Jersey below.


Local
National
9,288,994
232,891

Assistant Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHospitality curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
The Role of Personal Assistants in Disability Support
Disabled people can now receive funding from their local authority to employ a personal assistant. While this gives them more personalised care in their own home, it also turns them into an...
Becoming a Student Assistant: Teaching and Mentoring
Student assistants are valuable staff members at the University of Groningen. Currently, over 700 students take up teaching duties, support role functions, governing positions, and many other...
Introduction to DevSecOps for Managers
Get an overview of the history, terminology, processes, and tools used to adopt Continuous Delivery and DevSecOps within any organization. "Introduction to DevSecOps for Managers" is being offered...

Salary for Assistant Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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 New Jersey 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
7.2%
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 New Jersey
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%



Assistant Manager Related Career Advice Articles

Confident restaurant manager
Think You Want to Be a Restaurant Manager? Read This First.

Considering a career in restaurant management? Read iHireHospitality’s primer and learn about a restaurant manager’s daily duties and responsibilities.

Read article »
happy female restaurant manager on the phone while looking at her tablet
9 Cities With Exciting Hospitality Management Jobs

Check out our guide to some of the best locations in the US for hotel management jobs, restaurant management jobs, and other hospitality careers.

Read article »