Restaurant Assistant Manager Jobs in California

Restaurant Assistant Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in full-service dining, fast-casual chains, and hospitality-driven hotel food and beverage operations. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where companies like Darden Restaurants, Bloomin' Brands, and Marriott International maintain a lasting presence. The most in-demand specialties are floor operations oversight, staff scheduling, and cost control. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles97
Top employerChuck E. Cheese
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring73
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Chuck E. Cheese
Senior Assistant Restaurant Manager
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Senior Assistant Restaurant Manager
Chuck E. Cheese
Hemet, California
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
$19.15 - $21.28/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Restaurant & Catering Assistant
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Restaurant & Catering Assistant
La Mediterranee (San Francisco, US)
San Francisco, California
Data Analytics
Data Science
$25 - $35/hr
On-Site

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Assistant Manager - Restaurant
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Assistant Manager - Restaurant
Fuego Mexican kitchen
Madera, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in business

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Korean Restaurant Assistant
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Korean Restaurant Assistant
Amazing Katsu
Santa Clara, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$18.7 - $23/hr
On-Site

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Assistant Manager - Restaurant
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Assistant Manager - Restaurant
Thai Noodle King
Bellflower, California
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
$24 - $27/hr
Food Safety Manager Certification

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Restaurant Assistant Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
8 jobs
San Diego
6 jobs
La Jolla
3 jobs
Hemet
2 jobs
Brooks
2 jobs
Glendale
2 jobs
Murrieta
2 jobs
Whittier
2 jobs
Escondido
2 jobs

Restaurant Assistant Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Chuck E. Cheese
    Chuck E. Cheese13
  • Feast Enterprises
    Feast Enterprises9
  • Dunkin'
    Dunkin'7
  • Sweetgreen
    Sweetgreen5
  • Burger Lounge
    Burger Lounge5

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant assistant manager jobs across California.

  • Two or more years of experience in restaurant or food service management
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and schedule front-of-house and back-of-house staff
  • California Food Handler Card or ServSafe certification recognized by California health authorities
  • Proven skills in inventory management, ordering, and cost control procedures
  • Experience with point-of-sale systems and basic financial reporting
  • Strong communication skills for guest relations and team performance coaching

Restaurant Assistant Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a restaurant assistant manager in California?

The most direct path is to work your way up through front-of-house or kitchen roles at an established California restaurant and complete a ServSafe Manager certification, which California health codes recognize as the standard for food safety oversight. No state-issued management license is required, but employers consistently expect a ServSafe credential alongside hands-on supervisory experience. An associate or bachelor's degree in hospitality management from a California community college or university strengthens a candidate's profile considerably.

Which companies hire restaurant assistant managers in California?

California restaurant assistant manager roles are posted by Chuck E. Cheese, Feast Enterprises, and Dunkin' and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's dense urban markets and year-round tourism mean that both large national chains and independent restaurant groups post openings continuously throughout the year.

Which California cities have the most restaurant assistant manager jobs?

Los Angeles, San Diego, and La Jolla have the most restaurant assistant manager openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco dominate because of their massive dining industries and tourist volume, while San Diego's strong hospitality economy and military population create steady demand from both independent restaurants and hotel food and beverage operations.

Are there remote restaurant assistant manager jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of restaurant assistant manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The portions of the job most likely to accommodate any remote flexibility are administrative tasks like scheduling, vendor communication, and reporting, rather than floor operations.

How can I get hired as a restaurant assistant manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as a shift lead or senior server at a full-service or fast-casual chain in California and demonstrating supervisory readiness from within. Large California operators like Darden Restaurants and Panda Restaurant Group run internal management development programs that promote from hourly roles. Completing a ServSafe Manager certification and an associate degree in hospitality from a California community college significantly improves your candidacy for first-time manager openings.

Where can I find and apply to restaurant assistant manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to restaurant assistant manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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