Restaurant Assistant Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania
Restaurant Assistant Manager jobs in Pennsylvania are concentrated in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown, where a dense mix of independent dining, hotel food and beverage operations, and national chains keeps hiring active at every experience level. Large employers with a lasting presence in the state include Aramark, Darden Restaurants, and Marriott International, all of which operate or contract multiple Pennsylvania locations. The most in-demand specialties are full-service casual dining management, quick-service operations, and banquet and catering oversight. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Now Hiring: Assistant General Manager (AGM)
- Location: Lititz, PA
Position Overview
The Assistant General Manager (AGM) is the operations leader of the restaurant, focused on profitability, guest service, people development, and operations management. The Assistant General Manager (AGM) supports the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) in managing the daily operations of a single restaurant and driving key performance outcomes. The Assistant General Manager (AGM) operates under the direction of the RGM and directly manages a team of Hourly Shift Coordinators and Team Members (20–45 employees).
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
PROFITABILITY
- Manages inventory costs and maintains inventory by performing daily, weekly, and monthly inventory inspections.
- Places and receives inventory truck orders.
- Maintains and regularly monitors a list of all restaurant assets.
- Ensures preventative maintenance of restaurant facilities and equipment is completed in accordance with company standards, interacting with external vendors as required.
- Ensures that the restaurant follows all cash control and security procedures (e.g., safe counting, cash drawers).
GUEST
- Motivates and directs team members to exceed guest expectations with accurate, fast, and friendly service in a clean facility.
PEOPLE
- Provides coaching and feedback to Shift Coordinators and Team Members to increase the restaurant team’s capabilities and raise restaurant performance.
OPERATIONS
- Directs the restaurant team toward efficient and accurate preparation and sale of products for prompt delivery within established speed-of-service guidelines.
- Ensures that the restaurant upholds all operational and brand standards.
- Performs the duties of Hourly Shift Coordinator when necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
- High school diploma or GED required; two (2) years of college preferred.
- One (1) to two (2) years of previous quick-service restaurant experience; management experience preferred.
- Some understanding of P&L interpretation and management to influence profitability.
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Now Hiring: Assistant General Manager (AGM)
- Location: Lititz, PA
Position Overview
The Assistant General Manager (AGM) is the operations leader of the restaurant, focused on profitability, guest service, people development, and operations management. The Assistant General Manager (AGM) supports the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) in managing the daily operations of a single restaurant and driving key performance outcomes. The Assistant General Manager (AGM) operates under the direction of the RGM and directly manages a team of Hourly Shift Coordinators and Team Members (20–45 employees).
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
PROFITABILITY
- Manages inventory costs and maintains inventory by performing daily, weekly, and monthly inventory inspections.
- Places and receives inventory truck orders.
- Maintains and regularly monitors a list of all restaurant assets.
- Ensures preventative maintenance of restaurant facilities and equipment is completed in accordance with company standards, interacting with external vendors as required.
- Ensures that the restaurant follows all cash control and security procedures (e.g., safe counting, cash drawers).
GUEST
- Motivates and directs team members to exceed guest expectations with accurate, fast, and friendly service in a clean facility.
PEOPLE
- Provides coaching and feedback to Shift Coordinators and Team Members to increase the restaurant team’s capabilities and raise restaurant performance.
OPERATIONS
- Directs the restaurant team toward efficient and accurate preparation and sale of products for prompt delivery within established speed-of-service guidelines.
- Ensures that the restaurant upholds all operational and brand standards.
- Performs the duties of Hourly Shift Coordinator when necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
- High school diploma or GED required; two (2) years of college preferred.
- One (1) to two (2) years of previous quick-service restaurant experience; management experience preferred.
- Some understanding of P&L interpretation and management to influence profitability.
Apply Today!
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Restaurant Assistant Manager Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Burger King10
- Rutter's7
- Primanti Bros.6
- McDonald's5
- Taco Bell3
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant assistant manager jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Two or more years of supervisory experience in a restaurant or food service environment
- Demonstrated ability to manage front-of-house and back-of-house staff scheduling
- Food safety certification such as ServSafe recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems and basic inventory management software
- Strong floor management skills during high-volume service periods
- Ability to meet Pennsylvania's liquor service training expectations when alcohol is served
Restaurant Assistant Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a restaurant assistant manager in Pennsylvania?
The most direct path is combining hands-on restaurant experience with food safety credentials recognized in Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture accepts the ServSafe Food Manager certification, which many Pennsylvania employers treat as a baseline requirement. Most candidates move into assistant manager roles after working as a shift lead or senior server in a full-service or high-volume quick-service environment, then completing an internal management training program offered by their employer.
Which companies hire restaurant assistant managers in Pennsylvania?
Companies currently hiring restaurant assistant managers in Pennsylvania include Burger King, Rutter's, and Primanti Bros., per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of corporate dining accounts, hotel food and beverage departments, and multi-unit casual dining groups means openings appear across a wide range of employer types beyond standalone restaurants.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most restaurant assistant manager jobs?
The cities with the most restaurant assistant manager openings in Pennsylvania are Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and York. Philadelphia's large hospitality and tourism economy drives the highest volume, while Pittsburgh's revitalized dining scene and convention activity sustain consistent demand, and smaller metros like Allentown benefit from proximity to corporate dining and retail food operations tied to regional distribution and manufacturing hubs.
Are there remote restaurant assistant manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of restaurant assistant manager openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how floor-based the role is by nature. The small share of remote work typically involves multi-unit or area-level oversight roles where scheduling, reporting, and vendor coordination can be handled off-site between site visits.
How can I get hired as a restaurant assistant manager in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a shift supervisor or lead role at a multi-unit operation in Pennsylvania and completing an in-house management development track. Aramark and Sodexo, both of which operate institutional dining accounts at Pennsylvania universities and healthcare facilities, run structured entry-level management pipelines. Earning a ServSafe Food Manager certification before applying gives candidates a concrete edge and signals readiness for compliance responsibilities that appear in nearly every Pennsylvania job description.
Where can I find and apply to restaurant assistant manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to restaurant assistant manager jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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