Assistant Manager Jobs in Olympia, WA

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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Assistant Manager

  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 7 days ago

At Panera Bread, restaurant management is fast paced, highly demanding and very rewarding....

IT - Customer Support Manager Pierce College

  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Pierce College IT - Customer Support Manager SALARY $8,697.00 - $10,598.00 Monthly $104,364.00 - $127,176.00 Annually LOCATION Lakewood, WA JOB TYPE Full Time JOB NUMBER C2527 DIVISION Information...

Assistant Manager (P1-1480881-3)

  • Olympia, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 12 days ago

What You'll Do As An Assistant Manager: You are in charge of assisting the operation of a single store....

Assistant Manager (P1-1480844-2)

  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 12 days ago

What You'll Do As An Assistant Manager: You are in charge of assisting the operation of a single store....

Assistant Manager (P1-1480821-2)

  • Spanaway, WA (23 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Spanaway, WA (23 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 12 days ago

What You'll Do As An Assistant Manager: You are in charge of assisting the operation of a single store....

Assistant Manager (P1-1480833-2)

  • Olympia, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 12 days ago

What You'll Do As An Assistant Manager: You are in charge of assisting the operation of a single store....

IT - Customer Support Manager

  • Lakewood, WA (19 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (19 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Position Summary The mission of Pierce College is to create quality educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world. The Pierce College District is...

Assistant Manager

  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 17 days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not Del Taco LLC. This means the independent franchisee, and not Del Taco LLC will be your...

Restaurant Assistant General Manager

  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 21 days ago

Restaurant Assistant General ManagerCompensation Range: 78,000.00 - 78,000.00 The Restaurant Assistant General Manager position is responsible for partnering with the Restaurant Managing Partner...

Assistant Manager

  • Fort Lewis, WA (15 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Lewis, WA (15 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Manager is responsible for managing restaurant operations, in partnership with or in the General Manager's absence....

Dining Room Assistant Manager - Paradise Inn - Seasonal - $23.00

  • Rainier, WA (14 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rainier, WA (14 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Dining Room Assistant Manager - Paradise Inn - Seasonal - $23.00 JOB DESCRIPTION: PARADISE INN DINING ROOM ASSISTANT MANAGER UNIT 8500 JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Dining Room Manager, assist...

Assistant Manager

  • Olympia, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 90+ days ago

required Minimum of six months of restaurant management experience (QSR) or one year entry level retail management experience required....

Demographic Data for Olympia, WA

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Salary for Assistant Manager Jobs in Olympia, WA

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 Olympia, WA 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 Olympia, WA
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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