We are looking for an Assistant Manager to help lead our Lafayette location.
Sideboard is all about real food, real people, and real passion. We pride ourselves on offering a relaxed, welcoming environment where everything is handcrafted, using all-natural, local, and organic ingredients. Our fast-paced atmosphere thrives on teamwork, customer focus, and a shared commitment to making every guest feel like they’re at home. Open 8am-8pm, we serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day of the week.
The Assistant Manager will work closely with ownership and the leadership team to help oversee daily operations and maintain the standards that make Sideboard what it is. We’re looking for someone who naturally steps into leadership. Someone who enjoys solving problems, supporting a team, and making sure the restaurant runs smoothly throughout the day.
This is a full-time management position that requires open availability.
Responsibilities
• Managing and maintaining the staff schedule
• Product ordering and inventory oversight
• Supporting daily restaurant operations during service
• Upholding and enforcing restaurant policies and standards
• Troubleshooting issues and resolving problems during service
• Leading by example and supporting the team on the floor
• Maintaining a positive and professional work environment
• Helping ensure every guest receives the level of hospitality Sideboard is known for
Experience
Previous restaurant leadership or management experience is strongly preferred.
That said, experience alone doesn’t define a great leader. Some people simply have the instincts, work ethic, and judgment that make them excellent at guiding a team. If you believe you’re that person, we’re open to meeting you.
What We’re Looking For
The right candidate will:
• Be calm under pressure and able to think critically
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with both staff and guests
• Take ownership of responsibilities and follow through
• Lead by example rather than by title
• Be organized, dependable, and proactive
• Have open availability and be committed to a full-time leadership role
This is a hands-on position. You’ll be working alongside the team, guiding service, solving problems, and helping keep the restaurant running the way it should.
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Please reply with your resume and include a short note telling us a little about yourself and why you believe this position would be a good fit for you.
We look forward to meeting the right person to help lead our team.
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