ASSISTANT MANAGER – HIGH VOLUME, FULL-SERVICE ONLY

Ophelia's Tavern – Avondale | Decatur, GA

New Restaurant Opening | Coming Soon - 2026

 We are opening a high-energy Tavern concept built on great food, craft beverages, and a true neighborhood vibe. This is a hands-on leadership role for a true floor operator — not a passive manager position. A proven Manager who can help lead daily operations, drive guest experience, and build a strong team culture from day one. 

NON-NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience in full-service, high-volume restaurants
• No fast casual/fast food backgrounds preferred
• Strong ability to lead busy shifts from the floor
• Solid understanding of restaurant operations, service standards, and team leadership
• Comfortable with scheduling, systems, and day-to-day execution

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Shift Execution

• Runs clean, organized, high-energy shifts
• Maintains strong floor presence during peak service
• Makes confident, real-time decisions

Guest Experience

• Delivers consistent, high-level hospitality
• Resolves guest issues quickly and professionally
• Builds repeat guests through strong engagement

Team Leadership

• Leads pre-shifts with clarity and purpose
• Coaches and develops team members in real time
• Holds staff accountable to standards

Operations & Standards

• Maintains cleanliness, organization, and service standards
• Supports FOH & BOH alignment during service
• Executes systems, procedures, and policies consistently

WHO YOU ARE

• A hands-on leader who works the floor — not the sidelines
• High energy, organized, and detail-oriented
• Strong communicator who can lead and motivate a team
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments
• Takes pride in running great shifts and building strong teams

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS

• Leading daily shifts and floor execution
• Supporting hiring, training, and staff development
• Scheduling, staffing adjustments, and shift planning
• Guest recovery and service excellence
• Supporting inventory, systems, and operational consistency

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary - $50K-$65K Based on Experience
• Health, Dental, Vision (after 60 days)
• Paid Vacation
• Growth opportunity within a strong, established group

WHY THIS ROLE

This is a ground-floor opportunity to help open a new restaurant and be part of building the culture, team, and standards from the beginning.

We’re looking for a manager who thrives on accountability, execution, and hospitality — and wants to grow into a higher-level leadership role.