Restaurant Assistant Manager Jobs in Massachusetts

Restaurant Assistant Manager jobs in Massachusetts are in active demand, concentrated in the full-service dining, hospitality, and fast-casual sectors that anchor the state's food-and-beverage economy in Boston, Worcester, and Cambridge. Major restaurant groups and hospitality operators with lasting Massachusetts presences, including Darden Restaurants, Marriott-affiliated food and beverage divisions, and Aramark's campus and institutional accounts, post consistently across the state. The most in-demand specialties are floor operations management, inventory and cost control, and staff scheduling for high-volume environments. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerPressed Cafe
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring17
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Pyramid Global Hospitality
Assistant Restaurant Manager
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Pyramid Global Hospitality
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Assistant Restaurant Manager
Pyramid Global Hospitality
Burlington, Massachusetts
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$55k - $65k/yr
10,000+

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Kura Sushi
Restaurant Assistant Manager
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Restaurant Assistant Manager
Kura Sushi
Dorchester, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
1,001-5,000

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Pressed Cafe
Assistant General Manager- Restaurant
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Assistant General Manager- Restaurant
Pressed Cafe
Boston, Massachusetts
Accounting
On-Site

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Assistant Manager - Restaurant
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Assistant Manager - Restaurant
Monte Verdi Restaurant
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Events & Tourism
Food Service
Hospitality Management
$35 - $40/hr
On-Site

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Assistant General Manager - Restaurant
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Assistant General Manager - Restaurant
High 5 Pizza Guys
Wareham, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$65k - $70k/yr
On-Site

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Restaurant Assistant Manager Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
2 jobs
Newton
1 job
Quincy
1 job
Peabody
1 job
Wareham
1 job
Brockton
1 job
Lawrence
1 job
Millbury
1 job
Townsend
1 job

Restaurant Assistant Manager Job Market in Massachusetts

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

Who's Hiring

Pressed Cafe
Pressed Cafe3 open roles
Raising Cane's
Raising Cane's2 open roles
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High 5 Pizza Guys2 open roles

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

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

  • Two or more years of supervisory experience in a restaurant or food service setting
  • Demonstrated ability to manage front-of-house and back-of-house staff simultaneously
  • Proficiency with point-of-sale systems and restaurant management software
  • Massachusetts Food Protection Manager Certification or ServSafe certification recognized in Massachusetts
  • Experience with labor scheduling, cost control, and inventory management
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating with kitchen leadership and ownership

Restaurant Assistant Manager Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a restaurant assistant manager in Massachusetts?

Most Massachusetts employers promote from within or hire candidates who have completed at least two years in a lead server, shift supervisor, or kitchen manager role. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued management license, but many employers expect a ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification, which is recognized statewide. Candidates with a degree in hospitality management from a Massachusetts program, or equivalent hands-on experience, move through the hiring process faster at larger operators.

Which companies hire restaurant assistant managers in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring restaurant assistant managers in Massachusetts right now include Pressed Cafe, Raising Cane's, and High 5 Pizza Guys, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Massachusetts's strong tourism economy and large university population keep restaurant groups and institutional food service operators hiring year-round, particularly in the Greater Boston area.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most restaurant assistant manager jobs?

Boston, Newton, and Quincy lead the state for restaurant assistant manager openings in Massachusetts. Boston dominates due to its dense concentration of full-service restaurants, hotel dining outlets, and large-scale event venues, while Worcester and Cambridge generate steady volume through their university communities, growing downtown dining scenes, and institutional food service operations tied to major employers and medical campuses.

Are there remote restaurant assistant manager jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of restaurant assistant manager openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The narrow slice that does allow remote work typically involves multi-unit oversight, corporate training coordination, or administrative scheduling responsibilities that don't require daily floor presence.

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

The most realistic path is moving up from a lead server, bartender, or shift lead position inside a Massachusetts restaurant that promotes internally. Large hospitality operators in Boston, including hotel food and beverage departments and campus dining programs at institutions like Boston University and Northeastern, often run structured supervisor development tracks for high-performing hourly employees. Earning a ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification before applying gives candidates without a formal management title a concrete credential that Massachusetts employers recognize.

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

You can find and apply to restaurant assistant manager jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings. Search the roles by location or employer, find the ones that match your experience level and preferred part of the state, and apply directly to whichever positions fit your background.

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